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British pronunciation/hˈav/
American pronunciation/ˈhæv/

Definition & Bedeutung von "have"

to have
01

haben

to hold or own something
to have definition and meaning
1.1

haben

to get or receive something
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We had a call from the school about the upcoming event.
She had an email from the client with feedback.
Can I have a moment of your expertise on this issue?
Can I have a refill on my coffee, please?
Can I have the latest report, please?
1.2

haben

used to indicate the relationships between people, as in family members, friends, or acquaintances
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We have two grandparents on my mother's side.
She has a close friend from her hometown.
He has a cousin living in Australia.
She has a neighbor with whom she shares a hobby.
I have a cousin who is a professional chef.
1.3

haben

to possess a feature or quality
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The old house has a charming vintage look.
She has a beautiful singing voice.
They have the confidence to face any challenge.
She has a remarkable talent for playing the violin.
He has a great sense of humor that lightens the mood.
1.4

haben

to receive someone as a guest
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She has her in-laws for a family dinner every Sunday.
They had us for dinner at their new place.
They had us for a game night at their place.
We're having relatives stay with us during the holidays.
I'd love to join you for dinner if you're having company.
1.5

haben

to accept or take a particular person for a specific position or role
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Who did they have as the moderator for the panel discussion?
Who are we going to have as the new project manager?
They wouldn't have him as the lead actor in the play.
In the upcoming event, who should we have as the keynote speaker?
The team is considering who to have as the spokesperson.
1.6

haben

to cause a specific effect on a person or thing
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The documentary had a lasting influence on my perception of environmental issues.
A healthy lifestyle can have a positive effect on overall well-being.
The new policy has a positive influence on workplace morale.
Skipping regular maintenance can have a detrimental impact on your car's performance.
His reckless driving has the potential to have severe consequences for everyone on the road.
1.7

haben

to contain or include a specific item, number, or group
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The contract has your signature on the last page.
The folder has documents for the upcoming meeting.
The museum has an impressive collection of ancient artifacts.
The jar has 100 marbles of different colors.
The conference had 500 attendees from around the world.
1.8

haben

to possess the ability or opportunity to make use of something that is available
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We have no access to the restricted area.
Do you have any available appointments for tomorrow?
We don't have any more copies of that magazine.
You have only one chance to solve the puzzle.
You have only five minutes to complete the task.
1.9

haben

to accept to marry someone
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She wouldn't have just any man.
Will you have me as your husband?
I'll gladly have him as my husband if he proposes.
After much consideration, she decided to have him as her partner.
He was thrilled when she said she would have him as her husband.
02

haben

to undergo or experience something
2.1

haben

to suffer from a disease, injury, or pain
to have definition and meaning
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The athlete had a sprained wrist from a sports injury.
I had an extremely bad headache yesterday.
He had a severe allergic reaction to the bee sting.
Many children had chickenpox before the vaccine became widespread.
She had the flu last week and had to take time off work.
2.2

haben

to cause someone or something to undergo or experience something
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They have their research findings contributing to scientific knowledge.
She has her inbox overflowing with emails from clients.
She has her social media followers interacting with her posts.
They have the team working on a new marketing strategy.
The project has its team members collaborating seamlessly.
2.3

haben

to allow or accept with no complaint
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The restaurant won't have patrons disturbing others with loud behavior.
The coach won't have players disrespecting their teammates.
We'll have no more of your disruptive behavior in the office.
Parents won't have their children skipping school without consequences.
I won't have you speaking disrespectfully to your colleagues.
2.4

haben

to be in a position in which one needs or is required to do something
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The students have assignments to complete over the weekend.
The team has a tight deadline to meet for the project.
We have a presentation to prepare for next week.
She has a list of errands to run before the store closes.
He has an exam tomorrow, so he's studying all night.
2.5

haben

to be affected by an action someone else does to one
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The patient had her medical records accessed without authorization.
The business owner had his storefront damaged during the protest.
The company had its data breached by hackers.
The patient had his appendix removed in the emergency surgery.
He had his reputation tarnished by false accusations.
2.6

haben

to express the occurrence of thoughts, feelings, or ideas in one's mind
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We have a few reservations about the proposed changes.
They had a brilliant idea for a new project.
We have complete trust in your judgment.
She has a great deal of confidence in her team's abilities.
He had an unsettling suspicion that something wasn't quite right.
2.7

haben

to trick someone and make them believe something untrue
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I hate to break it to you, but I think you've been had by that online seller.
I hate to break it to you, but I think you've been had by that online seller.
It's important to verify information to ensure you're not being had by misinformation.
2.8

haben

to cause someone to react in a certain manner
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The speaker had the participants nodding in agreement.
The singer had the crowd singing along to every word.
The conductor had the orchestra playing with great emotion.
The speaker had the crowd applauding enthusiastically.
They had the audience laughing throughout the performance.
2.9

haben

to be with a particular person
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The couple had their dog with them on the hiking trail.
She had her colleagues with her during the business trip.
He had his family with him at the event.
I'll have my brother with me at the party tonight.
Do you mind if I have a friend with me for the dinner?
2.10

haben

to make someone or something be in a specific state or condition
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The project manager has a group of dedicated researchers exploring innovative ideas.
It's challenging to concentrate when she has the TV on at full volume.
The engineer had the machine running smoothly again.
The chef had the dish seasoned to perfection.
She had the room decorated beautifully for the party.
03

haben

(dummy verb) to perform an action that is specified by a noun
3.1

haben

to give birth to a baby
to have definition and meaning
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The cat had her kittens in a cozy corner of the house.
The couple had their second child yesterday.
The rescue dog had puppies just a few weeks after adoption.
She had a healthy baby boy after a smooth delivery.
She's excited to have her first child in a few months.
3.2

haben

to make someone do a particular task or action by asking or instructing them
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The coach had the players practice specific drills.
Have her contact me when she returns.
I'll have the staff send you the necessary documents.
You should have someone inspect that for you.
I'll have Jack guide you to your room.
3.3

nehmen

to eat or drink something
to have definition and meaning
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They had pizza for dinner last night.
I usually have lunch at the cafeteria near my office.
I had a sandwich for lunch today.
He had a glass of water to quench his thirst.
She likes to have a smoothie for breakfast.
3.4

haben

to have sexual intercourse with someone
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She had him on her desk.
He says he's had lots of women.
He looks like he’s had lots of men.
He kept fantasizing about having her in his office.
3.5

haben

to hold or arrange an event
to have definition and meaning
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The school will have a science fair next month.
The community will have a festival to celebrate cultural diversity.
The company will have a conference to discuss the new strategies.
We had a wedding ceremony at the beautiful beach resort.
She had a birthday party for her son last weekend.
3.6

jemanden benachteiligen

to make someone be at a position of disadvantage in an argument
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Well, you've got me there.
3.7

haben

to smoke a tobacco or similar product
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I have a cigarillo on special occasions.
We had a cigarette together outside.
We had a hookah during the gathering.
They had a joint in the backyard.
He had a cigar to celebrate the occasion.
3.8

haben

to be pregnant
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They have been trying to have a baby for a while.
I heard she's having twins.
They're planning to have a baby next year.
They have been trying to have a baby for a while.
She just found out she's going to have a baby.
3.9

kurzes Ausruhen oder Schlafen

to take a short rest or sleep
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The baby had a short snooze in the stroller while we were shopping.
He often has a snooze on the couch after lunch.
Having a lie down in a quiet room helps me relax.
After a busy morning, she decided to have a nap to recharge her energy.
I like to have a lie down in the afternoon to refresh my mind.
3.10

unter der Dusche

to clean oneself using water
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He usually has a shower after his workout.
He had a quick shower before the important meeting.
They had a wash to freshen up after the long journey.
They had a bath together to save water.
She has a bath every evening to relax.
3.11

haben

to experience or undertake a travel
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The group of friends had an amazing journey hiking in the Himalayas.
They had a fantastic adventure exploring ancient ruins in Greece.
He had a memorable trip sailing across the Mediterranean Sea.
She had a thrilling adventure backpacking through the Amazon rainforest.
We're planning to have a road trip along the iconic Route 66.
3.12

haben

to engage in communication with others
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The colleagues had a conversation during the lunch break.
The group had a discussion on environmental sustainability.
They had a talk about effective communication in the workplace.
She had a chat with her friend over a cup of coffee.
The team had a discussion to brainstorm new ideas.
3.13

haben

to verbally express opposing views or differences with someone
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The couple had a serious argument about future plans.
The colleagues had a tense argument during the meeting.
The neighbors had a noisy quarrel late into the night.
They had a heated dispute over the property boundaries.
They had a lengthy dispute about the division of responsibilities.
04

haben

used for saying that something is in a specific position or state
4.1

haben

to hold something or someone in a certain way
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He had his face in his palms.
The defeated athlete had his hands on his knees, catching his breath.
The wrestler had his opponent by the leg, attempting a takedown.
The security guard had the intruder by the arm, preventing escape.
The chef had the lobster by the tail, ready to prepare the dish.
05

haben

(auxiliary) used with a past participle in forming perfect tenses
06

haben

to arrange for something to be done by someone for one
07

haben

to carry an item with oneself
08

jemandem Barmherzigkeit erweisen

to show kindness or understanding toward someone in a difficult situation
09

haben

to acquire a favorable result by offering money or incentives, typically in an unethical manner
10

haben

to participate in a physical activity
01

haben

a person who possesses great material wealth
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Does your friend have a reliable computer?
The family has a profitable real estate business.
I have their email.
She has his contact details.
I have my grandmother's old necklace.
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