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The English has vs The English have

The correct phrase is "the English have." In this case, "English" is being used as a plural noun, so it should be followed by the plural form of the verb "have."

Last updated: March 24, 2024 • 877 views

The English has

This phrase is incorrect. "English" should be followed by the plural form of the verb.

Incorrect. Use "the English have" when referring to the English people as a plural group.

Alternatives:

  • the English have
  • the English-speaking people have
  • the English population has
  • the English community has
  • the English nation has

The English have

This phrase is correct. When referring to the English people as a plural group, the verb should be in the plural form.

Correct. Use "the English have" when referring to the English people as a plural group.
  • The English have placed a wagon full of gunpowder next to the cannon, for ease of reloading.
  • ~ The English have strong principles except when it comes to the chance of good shooting or eating well.
  • The English have been on our soil in Calais for two centuries.
  • The English have been spotted, headed this way.
  • I prefer gold, and the English have plenty.
  • The English have a great hunger for desolate places.
  • The English have pledged their word... ...to respect the inhabitants' rights to their property and their goods.
  • And in addition, the English have put a price on your head.
  • Under Magna Carta, the English have the right of lawful rebellion.
  • The English have had to suffer the inconveniences of BSE for quite long enough.
  • What? The English have better fireworks than we do too?
  • The English have offered a truce.
  • The English have adopted many words from French.
  • The English have given us many things... including rugby.
  • The English have given us many things, including rugby, but afternoon tea, that is the greatest.
  • The English have threatened me for years, but Colin is the only one who knows who, at French court, wants me gone.
  • That's what the English have done for many generations.
  • As you know, the English have little confidence in the French Resistance.
  • I think the English have strict rules about that kind of thing.
  • And in addition, the English have put a price on your head.

Alternatives:

  • the English-speaking people have
  • the English population has
  • the English community has
  • the English nation has
  • the English have been known for their tea-drinking tradition.

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