〜ねばならない
Formation
N1ConditionalArchaicLiteratureAcademic
Variations
ねばならぬ
Meaning
Indicates a strong sense of duty or necessity. Note: It's an old, formal expression and is rarely used in conversation. It is mostly found in writing, formal speeches, period dramas, historical films, and dramas set in the past.
Examples
明日までにこの仕事を終わらせねばならない。
I must finish this work by tomorrow.
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