I have a book.
- Language
- English
- Level
- A0
- Unit
- Helper words and core verbs
- Practice types
- 0
What this grammar point covers
The verb have shows possession and relationships. At this level, treat it as a high-frequency helper word.
When to use it
Use have or has for things people own, features they have, or simple personal information.
Key forms
- I/you/we/they have
- he/she/it has
- do not have / does not have
Examples
He has a sister.
They do not have time.
She has a new phone.
Tips
- Remember has only with he, she, and it.
- In negatives and questions, use do/does + have at A0-A1 base.
- Keep sentence patterns short and repeatable.
Exceptions and edge cases
- Some varieties use have got; this schedule uses have as the main baseline form.
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