ないと
Usually written in kana. Kanji spelling 無いと
have to (do, be); must (do, be); is indispensable; is absolutely necessary
Meanings
Expression
have to (do, be); must (do, be)AbbreviationColloquial- is indispensable; is absolutely necessaryAbbreviationColloquial
Example sentences
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I can't eat a raw egg; it must be cooked.
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I'm sorry but it's not my position to make a decision.
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I'm afraid you have to work overtime.
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However we go, we must get there by seven.
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I've got to remember to return this money to him.
More examples (9)
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Our telephone is out of order so I shall have it repaired.
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We have got to get him to take that project seriously.
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Today's a school day. I'd better make sure not to be late.
早く原因を見つけて、スランプを治して谷崎主任の期待にこたえないと。
I've got to find the cause quickly, get out of this slump and live up to Mr. Tanizaki's expectations.
他人任せはダメ。ライフセーバーではないが、俺自身が介抱してあげないと。
I can't leave this to others. I'm no lifesaver but if I don't help her myself....
「何してるの?」「家計簿をね。うちの家計カチカチだから、こういう所からちゃんとしないと」
"What're you doing?" "The household books. Our finances are pretty tight so we have to do things properly."
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You never have class or what?!
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I don't think there is any need for you to explain.
その男は、私が何者かと尋ねてきたが、私は答える必要は無いと考えた。
The man asked me who I was, but I didn't think I had to answer.