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"He had to" is a phrase which is often translated as "tuvo que", and "she had to" is a phrase which is also often translated as "tuvo que". Learn more about the difference between "he had to" and "she had to" below.
he had to(
hi
hahd
tu
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. tuvo que
Could I see Mr. Smith? - I'm afraid not. He had to leave early today.¿Podría ver al señor Smith? - Me temo que no. Tuvo que irse temprano hoy.
b. tenía que
Sam said he would not go to the movies because he had to look after his sister.Sam dijo que no iría al cine porque tenía que cuidar a su hermana.
she had to(
shi
hahd
tu
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
