Haffi

[haf-fee]

Definition

Have to; must; obligated to.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Wi haffi catch di morning bus fi reach on time.
English:
We have to catch the morning bus to arrive on time.

Patois:
Yuh haffi respect di elder dem inna di community.
English:
You must respect the elders in the community.

Usage Tip

Modal auxiliary verb indicating necessity or obligation.

Patois Synonym: must
English Synonym: have to; must

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