English Beginner Grammar
Have and Have Got
The differences between 'have' and 'have got' can be
confusing for beginners. Here is a guide the two forms.
When you finish reviewing try the 'Have / Have got'
Quiz to check your understanding.
Remember these important points:
'Have' and 'Have got' are used for possession.
Example: Jack has got a beautiful house. OR Jack has
a beautiful house.
Only 'have' is used when talking about actions.
Example: I usually have breakfast at 8 o'clock. NOT
I usually have got breakfast at 8 o'clock.
The question form for 'have' follows regular present
simple:
Example: Do you have a fast car? NOT Have you a fast
car?
'Have' and 'Have got' are only used in the present simple.
Use 'have' for the past simple or future forms.
Example: She had a copy of that book.
There is no contracted form for 'Have' in the positive
form. The contracted form is used for 'have got'
Example: I have a red bicycle. OR I've got a red bicycle.
NOT I've a red bicycle.
Info about studying in English countries:
- Guide to Study in the USA: Find universities and colleges in the United States. If offers also pratical information for students that are planning to study in the United States.
- Guide to Study in the United Kingdom: Find universities and colleges in the United Kingdom. If offers also pratical information for students that are planning to study in the United Kingdom.
- Guide to Study in Ireland: Find universities and colleges in Ireland. If offers also pratical information for students that are planning to study in Ireland.
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