have got / has got
To have, to possess
Learn to describe possession, physical appearance and family relationships. Master the "have got" forms for all persons and learn how to ask questions about what your interlocutors have.
What does "have got" mean?
The construction have got means having something or a relationship with someone. We use it most often in British English, especially in spoken English.
Examples:
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I have got a dog. – I have a dog.
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She has got two brothers. – She has two brothers.
2. Structure of an affirmative sentence
| Person | Form |
|---|---|
| I | have got |
| You | have got |
| He / She / It | has got |
| We / You / They | have got |
Examples:
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You have got a new phone.
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He has got a blue bike.
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They have got three cats.
3. Questions with "have got"
We create questions byinversion(changing the places of the subject and the auxiliary verb):
| Question | Answer (short) |
|---|---|
| Have I got...? | Yes, I have. / No, I haven’t. |
| Has she got...? | Yes, she has. / No, she hasn’t. |
Examples:
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Have you got a sister? – Yes, I have.
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Has he got a car? – No, he hasn't.
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