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"we had an issue" vs "we have had issue"

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'We have had an issue' is used when referring to a past event that has relevance to the present, emphasizing the continuity of the issue. 'We had an issue' is used when talking about a specific past event that is now completed.

Last Updated: March 26, 2024

we had an issue

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a specific past event that is now completed.

This phrase is used to talk about a particular issue that occurred in the past and is no longer ongoing.

Examples:

  • Yesterday, we had an issue with the internet connection.
  • We had an issue with the delivery, but it has been resolved.

Alternatives:

  • We encountered an issue
  • We faced an issue
  • We experienced an issue
  • We came across an issue
  • We dealt with an issue

we have had issue

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a past event that has relevance to the present.

This phrase is used to emphasize the continuity of an issue that started in the past and may still be relevant in the present.

Examples:

  • We have had issues with the new software for weeks now.
  • I can't believe we have had this issue for so long.

Alternatives:

  • We have been having issues
  • We have experienced an issue
  • We have faced issues
  • We have encountered an issue
  • We have come across an issue

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