Have
Verb
UK
/hæv/
US
/hæv/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
To own, hold, or experience something
Example
"I have a book in my hands."
"She has a basket full of fresh apples that she picked from the garden this morning."
"He has a cup of hot tea in his hand while reading his favorite book by the window."
Explanation
Have means to own, hold, or experience something. As a verb, it is used in many ways, for example: “I have family” (own), “They have umbrellas because it’s raining” (hold), “They have lunch” (eat), “We have fun” (experience), etc. It also helps make other verb forms like “I have seen that place”. “Have” is a plural word; its singular form is “Has”, like “He has a baby in his arms”. People use have very often in daily life for possession, actions, and experiences.