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I have a party vs I am having a party

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I have a party' is used to indicate ownership or possession of a party, or that someone routinely has a party for a particular occasion. 'I am having a party' is a more common phrase that is used to indicate that someone is currently hosting or organizing a party.

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Last updated: August 22, 2024 • 25763 views

I have a party

This phrase is correct and commonly used to indicate ownership or possession of a party.

This phrase is used to state that you possess or own a party, meaning that you are the host or organizer of the party.

Examples:

I have a party planned for next Saturday.
She has a party at her house every year.
Do you have a party to attend this weekend?

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Last updated: November 01, 2024

Mar 2, 2022 ... So I have a party of entirely min-maxed paladins. DISCUSSION. I am both excited that I have an excuse to pull absolutely zero punches but ...
Aug 3, 2019 ... Sign In. If I have a party in my backyard, what is a comparable time to end it in respect to the neighbors? All related (42). Recommended.
Mar 26, 2023 ... I have a party of 6 at level five ( around 30hrs into the game ), and am finding the game super repetitive.... Gameplay Question. Am I doing ...
7 days ago ... I have a party of nine. I'm driving to make reservations but there are none for 9. I am unable to make 2 different reservations. One for 5 and ...
I have a party invitation mail, and it doesn't go away · Bug Reports · KerGiz April 5, 2024, 3:35pm 1. Last night, when I wasn't even online, I got a party ...
Jul 31, 2024 ... I have a party of 2 meeting a party of 6 at a WDW resort. We are separate parties but spending 2 park days together. Is there a way to link ...
Oct 24, 2017 ... I have a party on Saturday, an exam on Monday, and an appointment at the hairdresser's on Tuesday. This sentence does not make it clear whether ...
Feb 24, 2021 ... Hi I have a party of 8. Trying to get an 8 person dinner reservation. It's not available so I'm trying to book to 4 people and it says I ...
Jan 24, 2023 ... I have a party of 11. Am I able to make reservations for a party that size? If not what should we do are sit downs just not a option for us?”.

Alternatives:

I am hosting a party
I am organizing a party
I am throwing a party
I am arranging a party
I am planning a party

I am having a party

This phrase is correct and commonly used to indicate that you are currently hosting or organizing a party.

This phrase is used to indicate that you are currently hosting or organizing a party, meaning that the event is taking place.

Examples:

I am having a party at my house tonight.
Are you having a party for your birthday?
She is having a party for her graduation.
We are having a party to celebrate the promotion.
He is having a party for his retirement.

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Last updated: November 01, 2024

Feb 6, 2022 ... But another user said that the distinction should rather be between "I am having a party" and "I am going to a party", and if I've ...
Dec 16, 2019 ... For example: I am having a party tomorrow. I have class tomorrow. but not. I am having class tomorrow”?
Dec 16, 2019 ... Both are fine, but as always with English, there are some nuances! Parties * “I am having a party tomorrow” implies you are giving (or ...
Jul 16, 2018 ... I AM HAVING A PARTY!!! Are you coming?? It's #LIVE right here, right now!!! OYSTERS OPENING AND REAL PEARLS OF MANY COLORS BEING REVEALED!
May 29, 2010 ... I am having a party for my sister's birthday (this weekday). And it has a jungle theme. It is a dialogue in a English teaching programme.
Mar 14, 2013 ... I am having a party at home and would like to know the laws that apply and where to find them · We are having a joint birthday party for my 50th ...
Dec 28, 2020 ... How would you say "I am having a party today"? Best guess is: Tá cóisir ag beith agam inniu. Somehow, that just doesn't feel right to me.
Aug 31, 2011 ... Caithlin in Portland: I am having a party to help make decorations for my fall wedding. All the decorations will be made out of upcycled ...
Oct 19, 2010 ... Question: I am having a party in a few weeks for about 30 people. I need an easy menu that won't require a lot of time or cooking the day of the ...
Jul 3, 2014 ... Did you post a photo shoot of a rustic summer wedding last year using zinnias heirloom tomatoes, vegetables and kale? I am having a party later ...

Alternatives:

I have a party
I am hosting a party
I am organizing a party
I am throwing a party
I am arranging a party

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