How to pronounce got

Say it like this: /ɡɑt/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ɡɑt/

British/ɡɒt/

What does got mean?

verbExpressing obligation; used with have.

“I can’t go out tonight: I’ve got to study for my exams.”

Must; have/has (to).

“I got to go study.”

Have/has.

“They got a new car.”

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