Language/Faroese/Grammar/How-to-Use-Have
Hi Faroese learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn how to use the verb "have" in Faroese. This is an intermediate level lesson, so if you are a beginner, you may want to review some of the basics first. Let's get started!
What is the Faroese Verb "Have"?
The Faroese verb "have" is used to express possession or ownership. It is also used to express relationships between people, such as family members. In Faroese, the verb "have" is conjugated differently depending on the subject.
Conjugation
The verb "have" is conjugated as follows:
| Person | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| I | havi | hava |
| You | hevur | hava |
| He/She/It | hevur | hava |
| We | hava | hava |
| You (plural) | hava | hava |
| They | hava | hava |
Examples
Here are some examples of how to use the verb "have" in Faroese:
| Faroese | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| Eg havi ein bók. | eh hah-vee ayn book | I have a book. |
| Tit hava eitt barn. | teet hah-vah ayt barn | They have one child. |
| Vit hava eina systir. | veet hah-vah ayn-ah seest-eer | We have a sister. |
| Tey hava ein hús. | tay hah-vah ayn hoos | They have a house. |
Dialogue
Let's look at a dialogue to see how the verb "have" is used in context:
- Person 1: Hvussu nógv børn hava tit? (How many children do you have?)
- Person 2: Vit hava trý børn. (We have three children.)
- Person 1: Hvat fyri børn hava tit? (What kind of children do you have?)
- Person 2: Vit hava ein son og tvey døtur. (We have one son and two daughters.)
Conclusion
Now you know how to use the verb "have" in Faroese! To improve your Faroese Grammar, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
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