Asked by rfvv


[From Cambridge English]
Have got and have mean the same. Have got is more informal.
I’ve got a terrible pain in my back.
I have a terrible pain in my back. (more formal)
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Question: What about in American English? In American English, 'have got' is more informal? Is 'have' formal?
Answered by Ms. Sue
Yes, that's also true of American English.
Answered by Writeacher
It's about the same, although in American English the use of "got" is often considered repetitious. If "I have" and "I have got" mean the same thing, then why use the extra word?

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Answered by Ms. Sue
In speaking, I often use "got" when it's not necessary.
Answered by Writeacher
Same here!! =)