How to Say "obliges" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “obliges” is “obliga” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Mi jefe me obliga a trabajar los sábados.
My boss forces me to work on Saturdays.
La ley obliga a llevar el cinturón de seguridad.
The law requires wearing a seatbelt.
¡Obliga a los niños a recoger sus juguetes!
Force the children to pick up their toys!
The Magic 'a'
In Spanish, the word 'obliga' almost always needs the little word 'a' before you say the action that is being forced. Example: 'Me obliga A comer' (He forces me to eat).
Two Roles for 'Obliga'
This word works double duty! It can mean 'he/she/it forces' (a statement) OR it can be a command to someone you know well: 'Force them!'
Missing the 'a'
Mistake: “Él me obliga leer.”
Correction: Él me obliga A leer.
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