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I was wondering if you had vs I was wondering if you have any

The phrases are both correct, but they would be used in somewhat dissimilar contexts. 'I was wondering if you had' is used when referring to a specific past time, while 'I was wondering if you have any' is used when asking about the present or future availability of something.

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Last updated: August 18, 2024 • 26578 views

I was wondering if you had

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when referring to a specific past time. It is often used when asking about something that was available or happened in the past.

Examples:

I was wondering if you had a chance to look at the report I sent you last week.
I was wondering if you had any luck finding the book you were looking for.

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Last updated: October 31, 2024

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Nov 22, 2017 ... thestudyingnightowl said: I was wondering if you had time could you do about more intermediate /advanced sentence connectors, or transition ...
Dec 17, 2020 ... Hello everyone! Which sentence sounds better to you? 1) I was wondering if you have already been to France 2) I was wondering if you had ...
May 2, 2018 ... Anonymous said: hello! i was wondering if you had any sources on how to make hanfu by hand! i wanted to try but my chinese isn't good enough ...

Alternatives:

I was wondering if you had a moment to talk.
I was wondering if you had any plans for the weekend.

I was wondering if you have any

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when asking about the present or future availability of something. It is often used when inquiring about someone's current possessions or plans.

Examples:

I was wondering if you have any free time this weekend.
I was wondering if you have any information about the new project.

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Last updated: October 31, 2024

Feb 15, 2021 ... ““I was wondering if you have any advice for this step”?” 'If you have any advice' is in the present tense. It is asking for advice now or at ...
Sep 17, 2024 ... Hi! Im trying to paint my first army (necrons) and i was wondering if you have any ideas for what paint scheme i should go for with the paints i ...
I was wondering if you have any good recommendations for knife bags / rolls? What are some things we could keep in mind when buying one for the first time ...
Jul 20, 2024 ... “ Hi, I was wondering if you have any idea which water park will be open in early may 2025 please?” Hiya, Laura! I'm so glad you stopped by ...
Jul 29, 2020 ... I was wondering if you have any tips on how to securely attach it to a tree or on maintaining a cache like this.
Sep 8, 2023 ... Anonymous said: Hi I was wondering if you have any references for Tibetan jewelry or an archive on where to find them?
May 8, 2017 ... Summer is approaching and I was wondering if you have any tips to keep a shih tzu cool in the summer and how to prepare him for longer walks.
Mar 15, 2023 ... bookwormscififan said: Hi, I was wondering if you have any good quality photos of the trimming of the wishing dress that Christine wears on ...
Nov 23, 2020 ... I was wondering if you have any screenshots on what Heaven looks like? Hiya! :) Here you are - also various promo and bts photos and in the end the concept art.

Alternatives:

I was wondering if you have a moment to chat.
I was wondering if you have any suggestions for the party.

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