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Shona Grammar - How to Use "Have"

Hi Shona learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn how to use the verb "have" in Shona. We will look at the different forms of the verb and how it is used in different contexts.

Introduction

The verb "have" is an important verb in Shona. It is used to express possession, ownership, and other related concepts. In this lesson, we will look at the different forms of the verb and how it is used in different contexts.

Forms of the Verb "Have"

The verb "have" has two forms in Shona: the present tense form and the past tense form.

Present Tense

The present tense form of the verb "have" is ndava. It is used to express possession or ownership in the present.

Shona Pronunciation English Translation
Ndava kuti n-dah-vah koo-tee I have a house
Ndava mukaka n-dah-vah moo-kah-kah I have a brother
Ndava mwana n-dah-vah mwah-nah I have a child

Past Tense

The past tense form of the verb "have" is ndakava. It is used to express possession or ownership in the past.

Shona Pronunciation English Translation
Ndakava kuti n-dah-kah-vah koo-tee I had a house
Ndakava mukaka n-dah-kah-vah moo-kah-kah I had a brother
Ndakava mwana n-dah-kah-vah mwah-nah I had a child

Usage

The verb "have" can be used in a variety of ways in Shona. Here are some examples of how it is used:

  • Person 1: Ndava kuti? (Do you have a house?)
  • Person 2: Ndava. (Yes, I have.)
  • Person 1: Ndakava mwana? (Did you have a child?)
  • Person 2: Ndakava. (Yes, I had.)
  • Person 1: Ndava mukaka? (Do you have a brother?)
  • Person 2: Ndava. (Yes, I have.)

Conclusion

In this lesson, we have learned how to use the verb "have" in Shona. We have looked at the different forms of the verb and how it is used in different contexts. To improve your Shona Grammar, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!


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