This is the 41st most frequent Estonian word.
peab
"Peab" means "must" or "has to" in English.
In this sentence, 'peab' indicates a requirement or duty.
Õpilane peab oma kodutööd lõpetama.
The student has to finish their homework.
This usage of 'peab' incorporates a sense of necessity within a question form.
Kas sa peab mind aitama?
Do you need to help me?
Here, 'peab' is used to express obligation or necessity.