Oughta
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɔːtə/
Quick meaning: Oughta meaning (colloquial or dialectal) Contraction of ought to.
Meaning
(colloquial or dialectal) Contraction of ought to.
More Meanings
- (colloquial or dialectal) Contraction of ought to + have.
Example Sentences
You oughta been here an hour ago.
There oughta be a law against that.
It's not fair to deny me / Of the cross I bear that you gave to me / You, you, you oughta know
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include better, expected, gotta, jest, must, ought.
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