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"I've got to go" is a phrase which is often translated as "tengo que irme", and "have to go" is an intransitive verb phrase which is often translated as "tener que ir". Learn more about the difference between "I've got to go" and "have to go" below.
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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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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