🎁 A1 Grammar: Using 'have got' & 'has got'
Objective: To learn how to use "have got" and "has got" to talk about possession (what someone has).
- Learn which pronouns use "have got" (I, you, we, they).
- Learn which pronouns use "has got" (he, she, it).
- Practice using these phrases to make simple sentences.
Talking About What You Have
In English, a common way to say you own something is to use the verb "have got". The form changes depending on the subject of the sentence.
The Rules for 'have got' and 'has got'
- I / You / We / They use have got.
e.g., "We have got a new game." - He / She / It use has got.
e.g., "She has got a red car."
Short Forms (Contractions)
In speaking, we often use short forms:
- I have got ➔ I've got
- He has got ➔ He's got
- They have got ➔ They've got
Example: "He's got a red car."
✍️ Let's Practice!
Activity 1: Choose the Correct Form
Read the sentence. Which phrase fits in the blank?
Activity 2: Write the Sentence
Look at the words. Type the full sentence in the box using "have got" or "has got". Remember the capital letter and full stop (.).
Excellent Work! Today you learned how to use "have got" and "has got" to talk about what people have. This is a very common and useful phrase in English!