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UK//huː hæv wiː hɪə//US//hu hæv wi hɪr//

Meaning of Who have we here

A phrase used to inquire about someone's identity when they arrive or appear unexpectedly.

In simple words: A way to ask who is present or who's arriving.

Who have we here in a sentence

  • As she opened the door, she said, 'Who have we here?' with a smile.
  • 'Who have we here?' he exclaimed, spotting an old friend at the party.
  • When the new student walked in, the teacher asked, 'Who have we here?'
  • 'Who have we here?' she chuckled, seeing the unexpected visitor at her doorstep.
  • In the café, I turned around and said, 'Who have we here?' to a familiar face.

How to use Who have we here

Used in informal contexts when meeting someone unexpected. It's friendly and can convey surprise or curiosity.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of a surprise party; you say, 'Who have we here?' when someone walks in!

Related words

Collocations with Who have we here

  • Who have we here?
  • look who we have here
  • guess who have we here
  • who do we have here
  • who's that over there

Synonyms for Who have we here

Common mistakes with Who have we here

  • Using it in formal settings, which sounds out of place.
  • Omitting the word 'have', making it sound unnatural.
  • Confusing it with 'Who is this?' which is more direct.

Compare Who have we here with Who is this, Who are you

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Frequently asked questions about Who have we here

What does Who have we here mean?

A way to ask who is present or who's arriving.

What is the definition of Who have we here?

A phrase used to inquire about someone's identity when they arrive or appear unexpectedly.

How do you use Who have we here in a sentence?

As she opened the door, she said, 'Who have we here?' with a smile.

Can you give another example of Who have we here?

'Who have we here?' he exclaimed, spotting an old friend at the party.

What are synonyms for Who have we here?

Common alternatives include Who's that?, Who is this?, Who are you?, Who's coming?, Look who it is!.

What words go with Who have we here?

It commonly pairs with Who have we here?, look who we have here, guess who have we here, who do we have here, who's that over there.

What are common mistakes when using Who have we here?

Using it in formal settings, which sounds out of place. Omitting the word 'have', making it sound unnatural. Confusing it with 'Who is this?' which is more direct.

How do you pronounce Who have we here?

US: //hu hæv wi hɪr//, UK: //huː hæv wiː hɪə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Who have we here formal or informal?

"Who have we here" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Who have we here?

Used in informal contexts when meeting someone unexpected. It's friendly and can convey surprise or curiosity.