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B1+ · Upper-intermediate15 min

Have something done

Syllabus topic 18: Have something done

Have something done. Have/get something done describes arranging for someone else to do a task, or sometimes experiencing an unwanted event.

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Have/get something done describes arranging for someone else to do a task, or sometimes experiencing an unwanted event. The object goes before the past participle. Change have/get for tense; do not confuse this with doing the task yourself.

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Notice how each form fits its sentence. Read the context before choosing a form.

  • I had my hair cut yesterday.
  • We are having the kitchen painted.
  • She will have her car repaired.
  • He had his wallet stolen on the train. (unwanted experience)
  • I have my eyes tested every year.

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I had my hair ___ yesterday.

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