Possession (have / have got)
Hello! When do we use "have" instead of "have got". Can I always ask: "do you have...?" instead of "have you got...?" ?Thanks! I'm really grateful for your help :-)
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Somebody asked a similar question yesterday which started off a lengthy discussion. Take a look at this:
http://www.italki.com/question/273981
The simple answer is : Yes. You can always use 'have' instead of 'have got', and you can always ask 'Do you have?' instead of 'Have you got?'. Whether it's British or American English, formal or conversational, 'I have xx' is always right, and 'Do you have xx?' is always right.
I hope that helps.
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"Have got" is used more in British English and "have" is used more in American English I believe.
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You can always use just "have".
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