 #2 (permalink) Thu Jul 09, 2009 19:12 pm small question :) |
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Hi,
I just can explain the differences between these two words by giving you an example
(1)I must do it vs (2)I have to do it
--> (1) I do it because I think it is important to do, and I myself decide to do it (actively decide to do it, you intend to do it)
--> (2) I do it because someone/something (something here could be the RULE or the LAW) says that it is important, and because of that I do it (so in this case, the subject might want or not want to do the thing, but he/she is FORCED to do it by someone/something) And it means the thing is REQUIRED to be done so you do it, or the thing is NECESSARY by itself (in that particular situation) so you do it
<== this is common expression and interpretation (as my understanding) when using "must" and "have to" in such sentence/situation
In some other case, "must" also indicates the condition where/when someone do something because of the RULE or the LAW
e.g. Students must get 50% of the full mark to pass
Employer must treat employees equally as written in the labor law
Small children must not be left at home without parents or adult supervisor
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You say "must" when you are quite sure about something is the case
e.g. I bet you must feel very happy coming back home to see your family after such long time studying abroad
In this case, "have to" can be used in the same situation, when you are certain about something - you confidently feel that something is true or something will happen.
e.g. There must be some solution for this problem. We can't stuck here
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"Must" is also used when you want to emphasize on something you say, e.g. express your advice/feeling to someone/something, your surprise.
e.g. This is terrible, you must go to the doctor // You must join with us, it would be a great fun there.
Why must you risk yourself to do such stupid thing? It is not worth.
You must be joking! I cant believe Samantha and Bill are now couple.
That is all I know
Please correct me if I am wrong somewhere. I am grateful to hear your corrections of my typing, spelling, grammar mistakes as well.
Thank you.
Cheers, Emily |
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