Question 1

What does "got to" mean?

Accepted Answer

To be obliged or compelled to do something (informal modal use).

Question 2

How do you use "got to" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

You've got to see this film — it's absolutely brilliant.

Question 3

Is "got to" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"got to" is informal — used mainly in casual conversation. In the modal sense ('you've got to try this'), it is extremely common in spoken English and informal writing. Often contracted to 'gotta' in very casual speech. In the physical sense ('I've got to the end'), it means 'have arrived at'. Note: 'got to' as a modal is used with 'have' (I've got to), though the 'have' is frequently dropped in speech.

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