informalhigh_frequency_chunk

UK//juːv ɡɒt tə stɒp//US//juv ɡɑt tə stɑp//

Meaning of You've got to stop

You need to stop doing something.

In simple words: You need to quit or not continue something.

You've got to stop in a sentence

  • You've got to stop talking during the movie.
  • If you want to get better, you've got to stop procrastinating.
  • You've got to stop making excuses and just do it.
  • During the meeting, you've got to stop all distractions.

How to use You've got to stop

Typically used in casual situations to tell someone they should cease an action. Not suitable for formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine someone stopping a race—it's urgent to 'stop'.

Related words

Collocations with You've got to stop

  • stop complaining
  • stop arguing
  • stop wasting time
  • stop that
  • stop what you're doing

Synonyms for You've got to stop

  • you must cease
  • you have to quit
  • you need to halt
  • you should end

Common mistakes with You've got to stop

  • Confusing with 'you have to stop', which is more formal.
  • Using in situations where a softer tone is needed, such as with friends.

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Frequently asked questions about You've got to stop

What does You've got to stop mean?

You need to quit or not continue something.

What is the definition of You've got to stop?

You need to stop doing something.

How do you use You've got to stop in a sentence?

You've got to stop talking during the movie.

Can you give another example of You've got to stop?

If you want to get better, you've got to stop procrastinating.

What are synonyms for You've got to stop?

Common alternatives include you must cease, you have to quit, you need to halt, you should end.

What words go with You've got to stop?

It commonly pairs with stop complaining, stop arguing, stop wasting time, stop that, stop what you're doing.

What are common mistakes when using You've got to stop?

Confusing with 'you have to stop', which is more formal. Using in situations where a softer tone is needed, such as with friends.

How do you pronounce You've got to stop?

US: //juv ɡɑt tə stɑp//, UK: //juːv ɡɒt tə stɒp//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is You've got to stop formal or informal?

"You've got to stop" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use You've got to stop?

Typically used in casual situations to tell someone they should cease an action. Not suitable for formal contexts.