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WHEN YOU HAVE TIME vs when you have the time

Both "when you have time" and "when you have the time" are correct and commonly used phrases in English. They mean the same thing and can be used interchangeably. The choice between them depends on personal preference or the specific context in which they are used.
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WHEN YOU HAVE TIME

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that the person should do something whenever they are free or available.

Examples:

  • Can we discuss this project when you have time?
  • Feel free to call me when you have time.
  • Let's catch up when you have time.
  • Please review the document when you have time.
  • We can go for a walk when you have time.
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  • Nov 19, 2006 ... Hi, How do I say: 1. Call me some time! 2. Call me when you have time! 3. Stay in touch! Thanx........... :)
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  • Apr 8, 2009 ... When you have time, then please do send us the photos. Thread starter mini91; Start date Apr 8, 2009 · mini91. Senior Member. UK. English-UK.
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Alternatives:

  • when you are free
  • whenever you are available
  • at your convenience
  • in your own time
  • when it suits you

when you have the time

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is also used to indicate that the person should do something whenever they are free or available.

Examples:

  • Let's have a chat when you have the time.
  • Please let me know your thoughts when you have the time.
  • We can discuss the details when you have the time.
  • Feel free to drop by when you have the time.
  • Give me a call when you have the time.
  • May 25, 2020 ... What is the difference between When you have time and When you have the time ?Feel free to just provide example sentences. · English (US) ...
  • May 6, 2024 ... Till then, I have a few questions for you fine souls when you have the time. How do you all store your vehicles when underway? My daily ...
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  • Oct 3, 2022 ... kind of a random ask, but when you have the time can you explain ray's connection w bluey ;^; all i've seen is something abt him having a ...
  • kind of a random ask, but when you have the time can you explain ray's connection w bluey ;^; all i've seen is something abt him having a bluey birthday cake or ...
  • Mar 7, 2022 ... When you have the time can you find the Sumerian cuneiform for the God Nanna (Nanna-Suen) , his Akkadian name is Sîn and I think I found ...
  • May 1, 2022 ... Text her when you have the time to. Which shouldnt be every few minutes,. All texting should be is to set up a date to meetup. That's it. You ...

Alternatives:

  • when you are free
  • whenever you are available
  • at your convenience
  • in your own time
  • when it suits you

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