How to Pronounce "have by"
expression
ˈhæv/ /ˈbaɪ
HAV BY
hæv/ /bˈaɪ
hav BY
Definition
To possess, obtain, or complete something before a specific time or deadline. Usually used to talk about when you will receive or finish something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæv/ /ˈbaɪ
British English
hæv/ /bˈaɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAV BY
UK
hav BY
Listen in Context
Please have the report by Monday.
I need to have it by tomorrow morning.
Can you have it by the end of the week?
I'll try to have the package by Thursday afternoon, but no promises.