German · word
habe
have
/ˈhaːbə/verb
Meanings
- verb · A1
To possess, own, or experience something such as a feeling or condition.
Ich habe zwei Schwestern und eine Katze.
- auxiliary · A1
Used as an auxiliary verb with a past participle to form compound past tenses.
Ich habe gestern den ganzen Tag gearbeitet.
- verb · B2
Used in reported speech to indicate that someone reportedly has or experiences something.
Er sagt, er habe keine Zeit dafür.
Appears in 16 scenarios
Say you are hungryTell your companion that you want to grab food soon. Check in at a hotelGive your name to the receptionist to claim your reservation. Ask for your room keyGo to the front desk and ask for your key. Report a broken showerTell the front desk that your bathroom has no running water. Talk about your familyTell a friend how many siblings you have. Ask if someone has childrenPolitely ask an acquaintance if they have any kids.
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