The Complete Guide to “Has to Be” Modal Verbs: Usage, Rules & Examples

Introduction to “Has to Be”

The semi-modal construction “has to be” is a crucial expression in English used to indicate strong necessity, obligations, or unavoidable requirements. Unlike “should be” which suggests recommendations, “has to be” conveys compulsion or inevitability. This comprehensive guide covers its meaning, grammatical rules, usage with Hindi translations, and practice exercises.

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Table of Contents

1. Core Meanings & Uses of “Has to Be”
2. Grammatical Structures & Sentence Patterns
3. 10 Practical Examples with Hindi Translations
4. “Has to Be” vs Similar Constructions
5. Common Errors & How to Avoid Them
6. Practice Exercises (Test Yourself)
7. Conclusion & Key Takeaways

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1. Core Meanings & Uses of “Has to Be”

“Has to be” expresses:

• Strong Necessity (मजबूत आवश्यकता)
  Example: This form has to be submitted today. (इस फॉर्म को आज जमा करना ही होगा।)
• External Obligation (बाहरी बाध्यता)
  Example: The patient has to be operated immediately. (मरीज का तुरंत ऑपरेशन होना ही चाहिए।)
• Inevitable Truth (अपरिहार्य सच्चाई)
  Example: The answer has to be correct. (जवाब सही ही होगा।)

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2. Grammatical Structures

Sentence Formation Rules

Sentence Type	Structure	Example	Hindi Translation
Affirmative	Subject + has/have to be + past participle/adjective	The work has to be finished.	काम पूरा करना ही होगा।
Negative	Subject + doesn’t/don’t have to be + adjective	You don’t have to be perfect.	आपको परफेक्ट होने की जरूरत नहीं।
Interrogative	Do/Does + subject + have to be + adjective?	Does this have to be so difficult?	क्या यह इतना मुश्किल होना ही चाहिए?

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3. 10 Practical Examples with Hindi Translations

S.No	English Example	Hindi Translation
1	The report has to be submitted by Friday.	रिपोर्ट को शुक्रवार तक जमा करना ही होगा।
2	All passengers have to be seated during takeoff.	टेकऑफ़ के दौरान सभी यात्रियों को बैठना ही होगा।
3	The medicine has to be taken with water.	दवा पानी के साथ लेनी ही होगी।
4	Does the document have to be notarized?	क्या दस्तावेज़ को नोटरीकृत करना ही होगा?
5	The room has to be cleaned before inspection.	निरीक्षण से पहले कमरा साफ करना ही होगा।
6	The password has to be changed monthly.	पासवर्ड को मासिक बदलना ही होगा।
7	The witness has to be truthful in court.	गवाह को अदालत में सच बोलना ही होगा।
8	The ingredients have to be fresh.	सामग्री ताजी ही होनी चाहिए।
9	Does the CEO have to be present?	क्या CEO को उपस्थित होना ही होगा?
10	The solution has to be practical.	समाधान व्यावहारिक ही होना चाहिए।

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4. Key Differences: “Has to Be” vs Similar Constructions

Construction	Obligation Level	Usage Context	Example
Has to be	Strong (external)	Rules/requirements	The form has to be signed.
Must be	Strong (internal)	Personal conviction	You must be careful.
Should be	Medium	Recommendations	The room should be clean.

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5. Common Mistakes to Avoid

 Incorrect: She has be on time.
 Correct: She has to be on time.

 Incorrect: Has the door to be locked?
 Correct: Does the door have to be locked?

 Incorrect: The files has to be submit today.
 Correct: The files have to be submitted today.

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6. Practice Exercises

Section 1: Fill in the Blanks

1. The application __________ submitted by 5 PM.
2. __________ all guests __________ vaccinated?
3. The equipment __________ sterilized before use.
4. You __________ present at the meeting.
5. __________ the package __________ insured?

Section 2: Hindi to English Translation

6. पासपोर्ट को 6 महीने वैध होना ही होगा।
7. क्या इस दवा को खाली पेट लेना ही होगा?
8. सभी उम्मीदवारों को साक्षात्कार के लिए उपस्थित होना ही होगा।
9. यह जानकारी गुप्त रखनी ही होगी।
10. क्या रिपोर्ट को कल तक पूरा करना ही होगा?

Section 3: Error Correction

11. She has be more careful.
12. Has the letter to be typed?
13. The results has to be accurate.
14. You don’t has to be perfect.
15. Does the car has to be washed?

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7. Conclusion

“Has to be” is essential for expressing compulsory requirements in English. Remember:

• Use for external obligations/rules
• Always include “to” after “has/have”
• Use “do/does” for questions

For official communications or instructions, this construction is invaluable!