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I have a family vs I have family

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I have a family' is used when referring to your specific family unit, while 'I have family' is used when talking about family members in general without specifying the exact family unit.

Last updated: March 21, 2024 • 1534 views

I have a family

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when referring to your specific family unit, indicating that you have a family with individual members.

Examples:

I have a family of four.
I have a family who lives in another country.
I have a family that supports me.
I have a family that loves to travel.
I have a family that enjoys cooking together.

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I love the challenge, but I have a family.
I came here because I have a family.
I have a family. I'm building stables across the road.
I have a family... and I'm not a gangster anymore.
I have a family who depends on me.
I have a family that'll never truly know me.
I have a family to feed.
I have a family to think of.
For the first time in all my lives, I have a family.
I have a family, three children.
I have a family to provide for.
Besides, I have a family now.
I have a family, Ms. Hewes, and I- I'm going to lose them.
I wanted this so much, but I have a family.
I have a family, but I'm all alone.
I mean, I have a family, but they're not like you guys.
I'd even sleep over some nights, but I have a family.
I wanted this so much, but I have a family.
I'm glad I have a family that can go on this journey with me.
I have a family who counts on me, so I take care of myself by going to the doctor regularly... exercising...

Alternatives:

I have a big family.
I have a loving family.
I have a close-knit family.
I have a small family.
I have a wonderful family.

I have family

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when talking about family members in general without specifying the exact family unit. It indicates that you have relatives or family members.

Examples:

I have family coming over for dinner.
I have family visiting from out of town.
I have family who live abroad.
I have family that I haven't seen in years.
I have family who are doctors.

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I Dont Have Friends I Have Family. Community. Timeline · About · Photos · Likes · Videos. Public Cancel Save Changes. People. 76 likes. About. I Don't Have ...
... an HDHP through my employer but my employer does not offer an HSA, can I still have one? My wife and I have family coverage, can we both open an HSA?
I want to start over after divorce and I have family in MI which isn't that far from where I am. What are crash pads? Well I know what they are but ...
*sigh* i have family problems. Its my mother. Shes got heart problems so she thinks she is the queen and that i am her slave. She uses the excuse "i am the ...

Alternatives:

I have relatives.
I have family members.
I have kin.
I have loved ones.
I have family around the world.

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