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if you got a chance vs if you've gotton a chance

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'If you got a chance' is used in informal situations, while 'if you've got a chance' is more formal. The choice between them depends on the level of formality you want to convey.

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if you got a chance

This phrase is correct and commonly used in informal contexts.

This phrase is used in informal situations to express a conditional statement about having an opportunity. It is the past simple form of 'get'.

Examples:

  • If you got a chance, would you travel the world?
  • I would do it if I got a chance.
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Alternatives:

  • if you have a chance
  • if you get a chance
  • if you had a chance
  • if you were to get a chance
  • if you were given a chance

if you've gotton a chance

This phrase is incorrect. 'Gotton' is not a standard English word, and the correct form should be 'if you've got a chance'.

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