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have words

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˌhæv ˈwɝdz/ · UK /ˌhæv ˈwɜːdz/

have words means: To argue with someone, usually briefly.

verb

ARGUEC1

To argue with someone, usually briefly.

  • They had words outside the shop.
  • I had words with him over the bill.
  • Have you had words with your sister again?

How to use it: have words with someone about something (I had words with my neighbor about the noise.)

Similar words: argue, quarrel

Common phrases: have words with someone, have words over something

TELL OFFC1

To speak firmly or angrily to someone about something they have done.

  • I will have words with him tomorrow.
  • Her boss had words with her about being late.
  • Someone needs to have words with those boys.

How to use it: have words with someone about something (The teacher will have words with him about his behavior.)

Similar words: tell off, scold, reprimand

Common phrases: have words with someone, have words about something

Questions about have words

What does have words mean?

To argue with someone, usually briefly.

What is have words in other languages?

Türkçe: tartışmak · Español: discutir · Français: se disputer · Deutsch: sich streiten · Italiano: litigare · 日本語: 口論する

How do you pronounce have words?

In American English /ˌhæv ˈwɝdz/; in British English /ˌhæv ˈwɜːdz/.

How do you use have words in a sentence?

They had words outside the shop. I had words with him over the bill.

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