Monday, February 21, 2011

Have/have got

From an American English point of view, here are some examples of correct use of 'have' and 'have got'.

Example 1:
What have you got there, John?
I've got a new watch.

OR

What do you have there, John?
I have a new watch.

Example 2:
I have got to get a new job.

OR

I have to get a new job.

Example 3:
I haven't got a clue.

OR

I don't have a clue.
(Here the Brits might say, "I haven't a clue.")

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