expression
cannot do without; indispensable; absolutely necessary
Expresses that something is essential or that one cannot manage without it. Often used with a noun marked by が or は.
See also: 無くてはいけない (なくてはいけない)
この仕事には経験が無くてはいけません。
Experience is absolutely necessary for this job.
健康でいるためには、十分な睡眠がなくてはいけません。
Adequate sleep is indispensable for staying healthy.
expression
Attaches to the negative stem of a verb (ない-form minus い) to express obligation: 'must do ~'. Equivalent to なければいけません but slightly softer.
See also: 無くてはいけない (なくてはいけない)
明日までにレポートを出さなくてはいけません。
I have to submit the report by tomorrow.
もっと勉強しなくては
I must study more, right?