Causatives

A causative verb is a verb that indicates that one person causes another person to do something. Examples include 'have', 'get', and 'make'.

To form a causative sentence with 'have', use the structure: Subject + have + object + past participle. Example: 'I had my car washed.'

'Have' is often used for more formal situations, while 'get' is more informal. Example: 'I had my car washed.' vs. 'I got my car washed.'

The structure is: Subject + get + object + past participle. Example: 'I got the roof repaired.'

'Having something done' means that someone else is performing an action for you. Example: 'I am having my hair cut.'

Use 'will have' or 'will get' followed by the object and past participle. Example: 'I will have my car serviced next week.'

The past form is 'had'. Example: 'I had my house painted last summer.'

Yes, use 'have had' followed by the object and past participle. Example: 'I have had my documents checked.'

The passive voice structure is: Subject + be + past participle. Example: 'The roof was repaired by a professional.'

Use 'have' or 'get' followed by the object and the action. Example: 'Can I have you fix my bike?'