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gotcha vs got ya

'Gotcha' and 'got ya' are commonly used phrases in informal English. They are informal contractions of 'got you' and are used to express understanding or agreement. The choice between them is a matter of personal preference or regional variation.
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gotcha

This phrase is correct and commonly used in informal English.

Use 'gotcha' as an informal contraction of 'got you' to express understanding or agreement.

Examples:

  • A: I'll be there in 10 minutes. B: Gotcha!
  • I finally caught the thief. Gotcha!
  • I understand what you're saying. Gotcha.
  • Gotcha, I'll make sure to bring the documents.
  • Gotcha, thanks for letting me know.
  • Jonathan plays Gotcha with fellow college students, testing ability as assassin or mark, using paintball guns on campus.
  • Gotcha USA. Coming Soon. This site is under construction. Be the first to know when we launch. Promotions, new products and sales. Directly to your inbox ...
  • Oct 16, 2024 ... The meaning of GOTCHA is an unexpected usually disconcerting challenge, revelation, or catch; also : an attempt to embarrass, expose, ...
  • At Gotcha Covered, our professional experts provide comprehensive consultations for various types of window coverings including: Window Blinds · Motorization ...
  • Gotcha! @GotchaOriginal. 3.93M subscribers•371 videos. GOTCHA! That's what you yell when you prank your friends. And we've got a feeling that you love pranks ...
  • Gotcha! is a 1985 American spy action comedy film, starring Anthony Edwards and Linda Fiorentino and directed by Jeff Kanew, who also directed Edwards in ...
  • Jan 20, 2021 ... ... gotcha plays during the game. These are also the players who play multiple games a day during the weekends, collect multiple factions, and ...
  • Jun 18, 2018 ... You eject gotcha thru pokemon go setting and make sure all phones devices your using are also ejected. Then forget them in bluetooth and then ...
  • Jan 14, 2015 ... What do I mean by "Gotcha" management? It's a management style that focuses singlemindedly on catching your employees doing something ...

Alternatives:

  • I understand
  • I got it
  • I see
  • I got you
  • I got your point

got ya

This phrase is correct and commonly used in informal English.

Use 'got ya' as an informal contraction of 'got you' to express understanding or agreement.

Examples:

  • A: Can you pick up some milk? B: Sure, got ya!
  • I know what you mean, got ya.
  • Got ya, I'll take care of it.
  • Got ya, thanks for reminding me.
  • Got ya, I'll be there on time.
  • May 24, 2022 ... "Gotcha" or "Got ya"? One of the attorneys keeps repeating this phrase after almost every ...
  • Sep 28, 2018 ... Got-Ya!" - A Pico-8 Gacha Game -- 56 cards, new secrets · enargy ... Got Ya" machine. Maybe show them in a small 8x8 scale. Clicking ...
  • Apr 26, 2024 ... It's just "got ya' (you)" without a pause, and without articulating the "you".
  • Eye Got Ya. 487 likes · 1 talking about this. Fishing Charter.
  • “I got ya” (often pronounced as “I gotcha”) is a way to say “I understand” “I got you” (often pronounced as “I gotchu”) is a way of saying “I understand” OR to ...
  • Top tracks. Follow. PreviewE. 1. Momma. GOT`YA. 03:05. 2. Booty (Live). GOT`YA. 03:55. 3. Love (Live Session). GOT`YA. 06:08. 4. Space (Live). GOT`YA. 06:06.
  • ... Got Ya Movin'. Funky Times. 0:00/3:26. Got Ya Movin'. From the recording Funky Times. €0.99. In cart Not available Out of stock. Share ...
  • Listen to GOT'YA on Spotify. Song · ICHILLIN' · 2021.
  • Got Ya Covered Linens & Event Rental is a one-stop shop for all of your party and - wedding rentals needs in Columbus, Ohio including tables, chairs, china, ...
  • Nov 15, 2023 ... 11K likes, 498 comments - officiallyice on November 15, 2023: "Bring ya girl to work day + this Invisalign got ya boy smiling something ...

Alternatives:

  • I understand
  • I got it
  • I see
  • I got you
  • I got your point

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