Swedish · Common Verbs
Ha
To have
Beginnerverb
Definition
To possess something.
Example
Jag har två barn.
I have two children.
Etymology
'Ha' derives from the Old Norse 'hafa', which means 'to have'. The term has preserved its meaning through the evolution of the language.
How & Where It’s Used
'Ha' is one of the most commonly used verbs in Swedish and appears in both spoken and written forms. It's used across all social classes and regions.