Language/Swahili-individual-language/Grammar/How-to-Use-Have
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In this lesson, we will learn how to use the verb "have" in Swahili (individual language). We will look at the different forms of the verb and how it is used in different contexts. We will also look at some examples of sentences using the verb "have".
Forms of the Verb "Have"
The verb "have" in Swahili (individual language) is conjugated differently depending on the subject. The verb "have" is conjugated as follows:
| Subject | Swahili (individual language) | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|---|
| I | nina | nee-nah | have |
| You (singular) | una | oo-nah | have |
| He/She/It | ana | ah-nah | has |
| We | tuna | too-nah | have |
| You (plural) | muna | moo-nah | have |
| They | wana | wah-nah | have |
Examples
Here are some examples of sentences using the verb "have" in Swahili (individual language):
- Person 1: Nimepata kitabu? (nee-meh-pah-tah kee-tah-boo) (Have I got a book?)
- Person 2: Ndiyo, una kitabu. (en-dee-yoh, oo-nah kee-tah-boo) (Yes, you have a book.)
- Person 1: Wana nyumba? (wah-nah nyoom-bah) (Do they have a house?)
- Person 2: Ndiyo, wana nyumba. (en-dee-yoh, wah-nah nyoom-bah) (Yes, they have a house.)
- Person 1: Una watoto? (oo-nah wah-toh-toh) (Do you have children?)
- Person 2: Ndiyo, tuna watoto. (en-dee-yoh, too-nah wah-toh-toh) (Yes, we have children.)
Conclusion
In this lesson, we have learned how to use the verb "have" in Swahili (individual language). We have looked at the different forms of the verb and how it is used in different contexts. We have also seen some examples of sentences using the verb "have". To improve your Swahili (individual language) Grammar, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
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