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"Have to go" is an intransitive verb phrase which is often translated as "tener que ir", and "I've got to go" is a phrase which is often translated as "tengo que irme". Learn more about the difference between "have to go" and "I've got to go" below.
have to go(
hahv
 
tu
 
go
)
An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
intransitive verb phrase
a. tener que ir
It's time! We have to go right now!¡Ya es la hora!¡Tenemos que irnos ahora mismo!
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I've got to go(
ayv
 
gat
 
tuh
 
go
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. tengo que irme
I've got to go home soon. My mom serves dinner at 6 sharp.Tengo que irme a casa pronto. Mi mamá sirve la cena a las 6 en punto.
b. me tengo que ir
I've got to go. I'm running late to work.Me tengo que ir. Voy a llegar tarde al trabajo.
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