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I got vs I have got

Both 'I got' and 'I have got' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I got' is commonly used in American English to indicate possession or acquisition in the past, while 'I have got' is more common in British English and is used to express possession or acquisition in the present. The choice between the two depends on the regional variation and the tense you want to convey.

Last updated: March 20, 2024 • 824 views

I got

This phrase is correct and commonly used in American English to indicate possession or acquisition in the past.

Use 'I got' when you want to express possession or acquisition in the past. For example, 'I got a new car yesterday.'

Examples:

  • I got a promotion last month.
  • I got a new phone for my birthday.
  • I got an A on my exam.
  • I got a job offer from the company.
  • I got a present from my friend.
  • I got a golden-shower client this afternoon.
  • I got the company retreat this weekend.
  • Long ago I got my feet washed.
  • I got sergeant haynes, highway patrol.
  • I got the biggest spread around.
  • I got that kindergarten admissions interview.
  • I got this new booking officer rookie.
  • Then I got plenty of time.
  • I got you and I got Jules, and I got Gracie Belle, and I got the best life.
  • Impressive. I got your message.
  • Leave me alone because I got a headache.
  • Everything I have I got through academics.
  • He died before I got there.
  • Well, I got a degree.
  • I got away before those men arrived.
  • The reactions I got were tremendous.
  • I got nervous and lost count.
  • I got a solution to your housekeeper problem.
  • All I got was this garbage.
  • Sergeant, I got venereal disease here.

Alternatives:

  • I received
  • I obtained
  • I acquired
  • I gained

I have got

This phrase is correct and commonly used in British English to express possession or acquisition in the present.

Use 'I have got' when you want to express possession or acquisition in the present. For example, 'I have got a new job.'

Examples:

  • I have got a new car.
  • I have got a headache.
  • I have got two brothers.
  • I have got a meeting at 3 p.m.
  • I have got a ticket to the concert.
  • Your dad and I have got some business to close.
  • You and I have got something to talk about.
  • I have got to get the press something before morning.
  • I have got to bring a date next time.
  • I have got to get the name of her custom closet guy.
  • I have got to learn to stop talking.
  • - I have got to tell it while I remember.
  • I have got to start carrying mace again.
  • I have got to focus on whatever economic opportunity I can get to my citizens.
  • Hornstock... I have got to do what i do.
  • I have got to find an obstetrician in the city.
  • I have got to get to Spike before Ariel does.
  • I have got to be more aware of my influence.
  • I have got to go... check on Jenny.
  • She hates that hotel. I have got to find an apartment.
  • Caffrey and I have got a lot to discuss.
  • I have got to watch more sci-fi.
  • I have got to get a maid in here by Friday.
  • I have got to get my life together, and I don't think that's going to happen here in Dillon.
  • I think I have got it narrowed down to three possibilities.

Alternatives:

  • I have
  • I possess
  • I own
  • I hold

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