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I've got to work vs I have to work

Both "I've got to work" and "I have to work" are correct and commonly used phrases in English. They convey the same meaning, but the first one is more informal. The choice between them depends on the level of formality you want to convey.

Last updated: March 30, 2024 • 1314 views

I've got to work

This phrase is correct and commonly used in informal contexts.

This phrase is an informal way of expressing the need to work. It is commonly used in casual conversations among friends or in informal settings.

Examples:

I've got to work on Saturday.
I've got to work late tonight.
I've got to work on my presentation.
I've got to work hard to achieve my goals.
I've got to work on improving my skills.

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Listen, I... I've got to work tonight.
I've got to work twice as hard as everyone else to do half as well.
I've got to work At this senior center valentine's day dance thing.
I've got to work tonight, if that's all right.
I've got to work tomorrow.
I can't, I changed shift I've got to work tonight
I need to take a few weeks off, but I can't, 'cause I've got to work...
Right, I've got to work for Lady Hoxley tonight so I need someone to look after Martin for me.
Jamie, I've got to work in the morning, and I'm a bit stoned,
I've got to work on a pay-off. A slogan.
I've got to work on my presentation.
I've got to work, babe.
Sweetie, I've got to work.
I've got to work, Vivien.
I've got to work, but...
I've got to work on a pay-off.
I've got to work tonight.
I've got to work on my distance.
Except I've got to work tomorrow.
I've got to work hard at not doing the opposite.

Alternatives:

I have to work
I need to work
I must work
I should work
I'm required to work

I have to work

This phrase is correct and commonly used in both formal and informal contexts.

This phrase is a more formal way of expressing the need to work. It is suitable for both casual and formal situations.

Examples:

I have to work on my project.
I have to work on improving my skills.
I have to work late tonight.
I have to work on weekends.
I have to work hard to succeed.

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And I have to work on this.
Listen, I have to work.
When I have to work with Dr. Grey, I will.
So now I have to work on it all weekend.
I have to work on a report for the management.
Get out of here, I have to work.
I have to work selling this house.
You can't ground me. I have to work.
I have to work on costumes for the play.
I have to work and take care of the house.
So I have to work at night.
I can't drive you. I have to work.
And I have to work with my father.
I have to work on my thesis on the Taliban.
Yes, I have to work, Sweets.
I have to work on my plans alone and in secret.
I have to work on my application for this landscaping program.
I just found out that I have to work tonight.
Now I have to work in less than 5 hours.
I have to work until it's done.

Alternatives:

I've got to work
I need to work
I must work
I should work
I'm required to work

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