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Assamese Grammar - How to Use "Have"

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In this lesson, we will learn how to use the verb "have" in Assamese. "Have" is a very important verb in any language, and it is used very frequently in both written and spoken Assamese. Understanding how to use "have" correctly will help you to express yourself more effectively in both formal and informal contexts. We will also look at the cultural significance of "have" in Assamese speaking communities so that you can understand how to use this verb in its proper socio-cultural context.

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The Meaning of "Have" in Assamese

"Have" is a verb that is used to indicate possession or ownership. For example, in English, we use the verb "have" to talk about things that we possess, such as "I have a house," or "she has a car." In Assamese, we use the verb "আছে" (aa-se) to express the same concept. For example, you can say, "মোৰ এটা ঘৰ আছে" (mor eta ghôr aa-se), which means "I have this house."

Using "Have" in Positive Sentences

To use "have" in a positive sentence in Assamese, you simply need to add "আছে" (aa-se) after the noun or pronoun that indicates possession. For example, if you wanted to say "I have a car," you would say "মোৰ কাৰ আছে" (mor kar aa-se). If you wanted to say "she has a book," you would say "সেইটো পুস্তক আছে" (se-to pustôk aa-se).

Here are a few more examples:

Assamese	Pronunciation	English
আমাৰ খুচি আছে।	"Amor khuchi aa-se"	I have a dog.
যিমানে আছে।	"Zimane aa-se"	There is a plane.
মই আগৰ আছো।	"Moi agor aasho"	I have a fever.

Using "Have" in Negative Sentences

To use "have" in a negative sentence, you need to add the word "নাই" (nai) after the noun or pronoun that indicates possession. For example, if you wanted to say "I do not have a car," you would say "মোৰ কাৰ নাই" (mor kar nai). If you wanted to say "she does not have a book," you would say "সেইটো পুস্তক নাই" (se-to pustôk nai).

Here are a few more examples:

Assamese	Pronunciation	English
মোৰ ফোন নাই।	"Mor phon nai"	I do not have a phone.
আপুনি কল রিচচেৰ্ছ নাই।	"Apuuni kol richchôrch nai"	You do not have a missed call.
তেখে বই নাই।	"Tekheu boi nai"	They do not have a pen.

Using "Have" in Interrogative Sentences

To use "have" in an interrogative sentence, you simply need to change the word order so that the noun or pronoun indicating possession comes after "আছে" (aa-se) or "নাই" (nai). For example, if you wanted to ask "do you have a car?" you would say "তোমাৰ কাৰ আছে নে?" (tomar kar aa-se ne?). If you wanted to ask "does he have a book?" you would say "সেইটো পুস্তক আছে নে?" (se-to pustôk aa-se ne?).

Here are a few more examples:

Assamese	Pronunciation	English
আপোনালোগ কানাক আছে নে?	"Apunaloag khanak aa-se ne?"	Do you have any money?
লগতে মাখত আছে নে?	"Lôgote makhôt aa-se ne?"	Do you have a headache?
তোমাৰ দাঁতৰ বেগমাত আছে নে?	"Tomar datôr begomat aa-se ne?"	Do you have toothpaste?

Cultural Context

In Assamese-speaking communities, the verb "have" is not just used to indicate possession or ownership. It is also commonly used to indicate status or social position. For example, if someone asks you about your health or well-being, you might reply by saying "ভাল আছো" (bhal aasho), which means "I am well." This phrase literally translates to "I have good," highlighting the cultural significance of "having" good health.

Similarly, in Assamese-speaking communities, it is common to use the verb "have" to indicate relationships with others. For example, if someone asks you if you have any brothers or sisters, you might say "মোৰ সোদালু আছে" (mor sôdalu aa-se), which means "I have siblings." This usage of "have" emphasizes the way in which relationships are seen as possessions in Assamese culture.

Dialogue

Here is a short dialogue to help you see how the verb "have" is used in context:

• Person 1: তোমাৰ বাৰ্তাৰ বুলি গৈছিলো৷ (Tomar bartar buli gôichilo.) [Translation: I was told your news.]
• Person 2: হোৱা কি তুমি আছে নে? (Howa ki tumi aa-se ne?) [Translation: Do you have a fever?]
• Person 1: আছে, কিন্তু কম হয়্ নাই। (Aa-se, kintu kom hoy nai.) [Translation: Yes, but it is not decreasing.]

Conclusion

In this lesson, we have looked at how to use the verb "have" in Assamese. We have seen how to use it in positive, negative, and interrogative sentences, and we have seen some examples of how the verb is used in context. We have also looked at the cultural significance of "have" in Assamese speaking communities. By understanding the correct usage of "have" in Assamese, you will be better equipped to express yourself effectively in any socio-cultural context.

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• How to Use Be
• Adjectives
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• Possession
• Prepositions
• Future Tense
• Adverbs

Sources

• Assamese language - Wikipedia
• English to Assamese Translation
• Assamese to English Translation - UJUDEBUG