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I have already vs I already have

Both "I have already" and "I already have" are correct and commonly used in English. They have the same meaning but differ in word order. The choice between them depends on personal preference and the flow of the sentence.

Last updated: March 19, 2024 • 11654 views

I have already

This phrase is correct but less common in English. It is used in specific contexts or for stylistic variation.

This phrase is less common but can be used for emphasis or stylistic variation. It is typically used at the beginning of a sentence.

Examples:

I have already finished my homework.
I have already told you not to do that.
I have already seen that movie.
I have already eaten lunch.
I have already made plans for the weekend.

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I have already mentioned the administrative expenditure under category 5.
I have already shared my plans to prosecute them.
I have already apologised for the way you were treated.
I have already removed their shoes.
Thing is, my husband and I have already purchased the land.
You and I have already spoken.
Sir, I have already indicated to Clemence...
Now, I have already made a statement to your colleagues...
I have already described my participation in Estonian pension reform.
Yes, I have already done so.
I have already let Donnie down so many times.
I have already sent troops into South China.
I have already put money into this house.
I have already telegraphed for help.
Girl, I have already pulled out my makeup kit...
No, unfortunately I have already eaten.
I have already forgotten his name.
I have already offered the command of the ship to Lt Benét.
I have already written for an appointment with my bishop.
I have already consoled your heart now.

Alternatives:

I already have
I've already
I have done it already
I have completed it already
I have already done it

I already have

This phrase is the more common and standard way of expressing the idea in English. It is widely used in everyday language.

This phrase is the standard way of expressing that something has been done before a certain point in time. It is typically used in the middle or at the end of a sentence.

Examples:

I already have plans for the weekend.
I already have a ticket for the concert.
I already have the information you need.
I already have a solution to the problem.
I already have experience in that field.

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Jan 15, 2012 ... The original sentence, however, is a different construction, also using have, but with a noun phrase direct object — i.e., "what I already have" ...
Dec 20, 2012 ... I already have I have already asked C. Are both correct. You could probably also say: I already did. You would definitely not say: I did already.
Nov 6, 2014 ... I Already Have It · Deon Kipping I Just Want To Hear You ℗ Released on: 2012- 08-31. Associated Performer, Composer, Lyricist, Producer: ...
No thanks, I already have a penguin. When one member of a conversation says something they obviously intend to sound brilliant, but which is either completely ...

Alternatives:

I have already
I've already
I have done it already
I have completed it already
I have already done it

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