“Halves” or “Haves”—Which to use?

“Halves” or “Haves”

Overview

halves / haves are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

halves: (noun) one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided: the two divisions are separated by an interval.

haves: (verb) have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense. (verb) have as a feature. (verb) have a personal or business relationship with someone. (verb) have left. (verb) be confronted with. (verb) undergo. (verb) suffer from; be ill with. (verb) achieve a point or goal.

Pronunciation

halves: hh·AE·v·z

haves: hh·AE·v·z

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Examples in Context

Examples of “halves”

…cannot be shared between two halves of a split cluster, so…
…flare of light as both halves of Axis are pushed away…
…the balance between the two halves of the transformer secondary changes,…
…and is divided into two halves by a shallow notch.
…the player to twist the halves relative to each other.
The halves of the NeGcon are connected…
…the carrier frequency, the two halves of the tuned transformer circuit…
Category:Association football wing halves
…junction where the two lateral halves of the mandible are fused…
…one of the best 1st halves of a Rugby League Grand…

Examples of “haves”

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