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Have
hæv
Extremely common
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The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Tener (poseer), Haber (auxiliary verb), Obtener (to get), Haber (impersonal)
Have meanings in Spanish
Tener (poseer)
Example:
I have a cat.
Tengo un gato.
She has a beautiful house.
Ella tiene una casa hermosa.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used in everyday conversation to express possession or ownership.
Note: This is the most common meaning of 'have' in Spanish, indicating possession.
Haber (auxiliary verb)
Example:
I have eaten.
He comido.
She has arrived.
Ella ha llegado.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to form perfect tenses in Spanish.
Note: In this context, 'have' is used as an auxiliary verb, not indicating possession.
Obtener (to get)
Example:
I have the information you need.
Tengo la información que necesitas.
He has the key to the room.
Él tiene la llave de la habitación.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to express obtaining or having something in a specific situation.
Note: This meaning is more about having something in a practical sense, rather than possession.
Haber (impersonal)
Example:
There is a problem.
Hay un problema.
There are many people here.
Hay mucha gente aquí.
Usage: FormalContext: Used in impersonal expressions to indicate existence or occurrence.
Note: In this context, 'have' is used in impersonal expressions with the meaning of 'there is' or 'there are.'
Have's synonyms
Possess
To have ownership or control over something.
Example: She possesses a unique talent for painting.
Note: Possess implies ownership or control, whereas 'have' is a more general term.
Own
To have something as one's own.
Example: They own a beautiful house by the beach.
Note: Own specifically refers to having legal possession or control over something.
Hold
To have or keep something in one's grasp or control.
Example: He holds a master's degree in Economics.
Note: Hold can imply physical possession or control, as well as having a particular status or qualification.
Contain
To have or hold within.
Example: The box contains several books.
Note: Contain focuses on what is physically inside something, whereas 'have' is more general.
Have expressions, common phrases
Have a good day
This phrase is a common way to wish someone well for the rest of their day.
Example: I hope you have a good day at work!
Note: The original word 'have' refers to possessing or owning something, while in this phrase, it is used to express the idea of experiencing or enjoying a good day.
Have a seat
This phrase is an invitation for someone to take a seat or sit down.
Example: Please have a seat while we wait for the meeting to start.
Note: In this context, 'have' is used to indicate the action of sitting down rather than possessing something.
Have a blast
To 'have a blast' means to have a great time or a lot of fun.
Example: I'm sure you'll have a blast at the concert tonight!
Note: Here, 'have' is used to convey the idea of experiencing enjoyment or excitement.
Have a heart of gold
Having a 'heart of gold' means being very kind, generous, and caring.
Example: She may seem tough, but deep down, she has a heart of gold.
Note: In this phrase, 'have' is used metaphorically to describe someone's inner qualities rather than possession.
Have second thoughts
To 'have second thoughts' means to reconsider or have doubts about a decision or choice.
Example: After signing the contract, he started to have second thoughts about the deal.
Note: In this expression, 'have' is used to indicate the mental process of reconsidering rather than physical possession.
Have a sweet tooth
Having a 'sweet tooth' means having a strong liking for sweets or sugary foods.
Example: I have a sweet tooth, so I always crave desserts after dinner.
Note: Here, 'have' is used to describe a preference or inclination rather than literal possession.
Have it your way
This phrase means allowing someone to do things as they prefer or choose.
Example: You can decide how to arrange the furniture in your room—have it your way!
Note: In this context, 'have' is used to give permission or control over a decision rather than owning something.
Have everyday (slang) expressions
Have a ball
To have a great time or enjoy oneself immensely.
Example: I had a ball at the concert last night.
Note:
Have the blues
To feel sad or depressed.
Example: I've been feeling down lately, I think I have the blues.
Note: The original word 'have' does not inherently imply feeling sad or depressed.
Have a crush on
To have a romantic interest or infatuation toward someone.
Example: I think Jenny has a crush on Tom, she's always blushing around him.
Note:
Have a knack for
To have a natural talent or skill for doing something.
Example: She has a knack for baking delicious cakes.
Note: The original word 'have' does not specifically imply having a talent or skill.
Have a go at
To attempt or try something.
Example: I'm going to have a go at fixing the broken chair.
Note:
Have a word with
To have a conversation or talk with someone about a specific topic.
Example: I need to have a word with my boss about my workload.
Note:
Have a field day
To have a great opportunity for enjoyment or making use of something.
Example: The paparazzi will have a field day with this scandal.
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Have - Examples
Mary have a little lamb.
Mary tiene un corderito.
I have a dog.
Tengo un perro.
We have to leave early.
Tenemos que salir temprano.
They have gone to the concert.
Ellos han ido al concierto.
Have grammar
Have - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: have
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): had
Verb, past participle (Verb, past participle): had
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): having
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): has
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): have
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): have
Syllables, Separation and Stress
Have Contains 1 syllables: have
Phonetic transcription: ˈhav
have , ˈhav (The red syllable is stressed)
Have - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
Have: 0 - 100 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.