When to Use "To Have" for Possession

In English, we use "to have" to show that someone owns something. Let’s take a look at when and how to use it in daily conversations.

1. Showing Ownership

You can say "to have" when you want to show that something belongs to you or someone else.

• Examples:
  • I have a bike.
  • She has a cat.

2. Talking About Relationships

We also use "to have" to describe our connections with other people.

• Examples:
  • They have a friend in common.
  • He has two sisters.

Key Words

• Possession: this means owning something.
• Relationships: this means how people are connected.

Grammar Tips

• Use "have" with I, you, we, and they.
• Use "has" with he, she, and it.

Practice Time

Try making your own sentences using “to have” about things you own or people you know!