English · Common Verbs
have
/hæv/
[/hæv/]
possess; hold
Beginnerverb
Definition
To own or possess something, or to experience or be in a particular state. It is also used to form perfect tenses.
Example
They have a small house near the river with a lovely view of the hills.
They have a small house near the river with a lovely view of the hills.
Etymology
From Old English 'habban' (to own, possess), from a Germanic root.
How & Where It’s Used
A core everyday verb and an important auxiliary verb.