Difference between Has and Have

Key difference: “Has” and “Have” denote possession; they are a form of the word ‘had”. “Has” is used for singular subjects; whereas “Have” is used in case of plural subjects.

Have and has are present tense conjugations of the verb “to have”. Also, the two are basically known as helping verbs.

The word “has” is generally used in the third person perspective. It is basically used along with singular subjects. It is used with the verbs which are expressed in continuous forms. It is used in the present tense format. Its usage is always applicable at the time of expressing possession.

For example:

• Jerry has an X-Box 360.
• Bhagat Singh has a great personality.
• The water tank has a leak in it.
• It has a hole near the wall.
• If Bob has done his work, he can take the leave.

The word “have” is used in the past tense. It is applicable with the plural subjects. It is also used with some pronouns and plural nouns. Mostly, the word “have” is used along with the past participle. It describes any action which had started in the past and is still being continued along the process.

For example:

• Peas and Bhupati have finished the tournament.
• Doctors have tried to do their best.
• I have never tried entering the lift.
• I finished the food and have realized the hard work behind preparing it.
• I have everything I wanted.

Comparison between Has and Have:

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