'get to go' phrases

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Hi,

I have come across these two phrases but not sure if the infinitve "to" is necessary. If you can give me some examples and explanations that would be great.

Do we say "we get to go to some places in Europe" or "we get to go some places in Europe"?

Thanks

Mr Wordy · Accepted Answer

I am a British English speaker. To me, "get to go some places" feels American. I would naturally say "get to go to some places". Let's wait and see what AmE speakers say...

Avangi · Answer

clee62Do we say "we get to go to some places in Europe" or "we get to go some places in Europe"?

To me, "to get to go some/a few places" is fairly casual. I would add the "to."

"Let's go someplace!" is an entirely different expression, and the "to" should not be used.

Where should we go on our vacation? (reply) I think we should go someplace in Europe.

Where is he from? (reply) Someplace in France.

That is, there can be a big difference between "someplace" and "some place."

The plural is always two words, "some places," and it's generally better to use the "to."

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