Non continuous verses continuous - have
Hi Everyone,
I just want to check my explanation of non continuous versus continuous.
In the first sentence, the word 'have' is non continous because it functions as a stative verb. However, in the second sentence, the word 'have' functions as an active or dynamic verb.
I am having a cold. vs (incorrect use)
I am having a BBQ. (correct use)
Is there anything else I should mention that I haven't about these two sentences?
Thanks,
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Cup cake In the first sentence, the word 'have' is non continous because it functions as a stative verb. However, in the second sentence, the word 'have' functions as an active or dynamic verb. Yes, 'have' is probably the best example of a common verb that can be used both ways.
- Cup cake In the first sentence, the word 'have' is non continous because it functions as a stative verb.
- However, in the second sentence, the word 'have' functions as an active or dynamic verb.
- Yes, 'have' is probably the best example of a common verb that can be used both ways.
- Static — She has a headache.
- Dynamic — She's having a baby.
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Cup cakeIn the first sentence, the word 'have' is non continous because it functions as a stative verb. However, in the second sentence, the word 'have' functions as an active or dynamic verb.
Yes, 'have' is probably the best example of a common verb that can be used both ways. Static — She has a headache. Dynamic — She's having a baby.
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