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UK//aɪv ɡɒt ə dʒɒb tə du//US//aɪv ɡɑt ə dʒɑb tə du//

Meaning of I've got a job to do

To have a specific task or responsibility to complete.

In simple words: I have work to complete.

I've got a job to do in a sentence

  • I've got a job to do, so I can't join you for lunch.
  • Before we leave, I've got a job to do that can't wait.
  • The manager said, 'I've got a job to do for this project'.
  • Since I've got a job to do, I'll have to decline your offer.

How to use I've got a job to do

Use in a casual or professional context to express responsibility. Can appear informal in very formal settings.

Grammar pattern

I've got + object + to do

Memory hint

Think of 'got' as receiving a vital task, like a delivery.

Related words

Collocations with I've got a job to do

  • got a job
  • have a job to do
  • work to do
  • job to do
  • responsibility to fulfill

Synonyms for I've got a job to do

  • I have work to do
  • I have tasks to complete
  • I have a duty to fulfill
  • I need to work
  • I have responsibilities

Common mistakes with I've got a job to do

  • Confused with 'I have a job to do' (more formal).
  • Using 'got' in past tense incorrectly.
  • 'I've got' does not mean future obligation.

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Frequently asked questions about I've got a job to do

What does I've got a job to do mean?

I have work to complete.

What is the definition of I've got a job to do?

To have a specific task or responsibility to complete.

How do you use I've got a job to do in a sentence?

I've got a job to do, so I can't join you for lunch.

Can you give another example of I've got a job to do?

Before we leave, I've got a job to do that can't wait.

What are synonyms for I've got a job to do?

Common alternatives include I have work to do, I have tasks to complete, I have a duty to fulfill, I need to work, I have responsibilities.

What words go with I've got a job to do?

It commonly pairs with got a job, have a job to do, work to do, job to do, responsibility to fulfill.

What are common mistakes when using I've got a job to do?

Confused with 'I have a job to do' (more formal). Using 'got' in past tense incorrectly. 'I've got' does not mean future obligation.

How do you pronounce I've got a job to do?

US: //aɪv ɡɑt ə dʒɑb tə du//, UK: //aɪv ɡɒt ə dʒɒb tə du//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use I've got a job to do?

Use in a casual or professional context to express responsibility. Can appear informal in very formal settings.