we know what it takes vs we have what it takes

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'We know what it takes' implies that the speaker is aware of the requirements or qualities needed for a particular task or situation. On the other hand, 'We have what it takes' suggests that the speaker believes they possess the necessary qualities or abilities to succeed in a given situation.

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we know what it takes

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that the speaker is aware of the requirements or qualities needed for a particular task or situation.

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If we know what it takes to have a healthcare system rather than a sick-care system, why don't we just do it?
The commons has thrived for the last 20 years because We know precisely what it takes to make a community work.
We have to know what it takes.
There is an urgent need to bring the two distance marketing directives into line with the directive on electronic commerce, as soon as we know what form it will finally take.
We all know this is what it takes to make it in modern agriculture.
'Cause I know we have what it takes to make it.
I was inside your head, I know what it takes to be good.
I know what it takes to get it done.
You obviously know what it takes to succeed, so just...
He knows what it takes to win.
You don't know what it takes to be prepared.
You know what it takes to be a good agent.
You know what it takes to land a client. Exactly.
We know it takes great courage for you to do this.
They favour the motor industry, because we know it takes about fifteen years to renew the vehicles in circulation.
We know it takes a lot to make it happen, and we know the direction the world is going in.
I know what it takes to take care of somebody.
I know what it takes to lead in combat, and believe me, you don't have it.
I know what it takes to get it done.
You don't know what it takes for me to look good.

Alternatives:

we understand what is required
we are familiar with the necessary skills
we are aware of what is needed

we have what it takes

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express confidence in possessing the necessary qualities or abilities to succeed in a given situation.

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I don't think we have what it takes.
'Cause I know we have what it takes to make it.
We have what it takes to shape the future and create jobs, but we need to dismantle bureaucratic, legal and tax obstacles and facilitate access to risk capital.
Granted, it's limited, but we have learned what it takes in order to actually construct it.
We have to know what it takes.
I was pretty sure we didn't have what it takes to deal with a bloodsucker on our own.
- Do we have what will take away it from here? - now not, soon when will it get dark.
It takes two sides, it takes Turkey and it takes the Kurdish organisations, who must do their utmost to achieve a peaceful settlement.
Snares, tranquilizers, whatever it takes.
It takes all these photographs of people.
It takes someone with fierce concentration.
Whatever it takes - until you say yes.
It takes practice to draw clean.
Usually, it takes two weeks.
Ruthless is doing whatever it takes.
It takes about 4 days by EMS.
It takes up all my time.
It takes work every single day.
It takes longer before you discover this loss.
Polish just take whatever it takes.

Alternatives:

we possess the necessary skills
we are capable of succeeding
we have the required qualities

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