This is the 829th most frequent Thai word.
must
In Thai, "must" is often translated as **"ต้อง" (dtông)**, meaning an obligation or necessity to do something.
The word 'must' here indicates a necessity to get ready for an upcoming event.
คุณต้องอ่านหนังสือเพื่อเตรียมตัวสอบ
You must read books to prepare for the exam.
Here, 'must' expresses an obligation dictated by circumstances or responsibilities.
เธอต้องไปทำงานตอนเช้า
She must go to work in the morning.
In this context, 'must' highlights an imperative action to achieve a positive outcome.