Elle a dû travailler

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Elle a dû travailler

Why not "elle devait" since she had to work hard over a period of time to pass her musical exam? 

Asked 4 years ago
CécileKwiziq team memberCorrect answer

Hi Sean,

If you take a look at the following Kwiziq lesson, the verb devoir, takes on a different meaning when used in the imparfait -

https://progress.lawlessfrench.com/revision/grammar/when-to-use-devoir-in-limparfait-or-le-passe-compose

Hope this helps!

S. B.C1Kwiziq Q&A regular contributor

Thank you, Cecile. 

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Elle a dû travailler

Why not "elle devait" since she had to work hard over a period of time to pass her musical exam? 

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