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    Expressing "to possess" or "to have" with 具有 (jùyǒu)

    Existence & Possession

    Structure

    Subject + 具有 + Quality/Characteristic

    Explanation

    The verb 具有 (jùyǒu) means "to possess," "to have," or "to be equipped with," typically used in formal contexts to describe inherent qualities or characteristics. It is more formal than 有. For example, 具有指向性的证据 means "evidence with a clear direction."

    Examples

    • 这款产品具有防水功能。

      Zhè kuǎn chǎnpǐn jùyǒu fángshuǐ gōngnéng.

      This product has a waterproof function.

    • 她具有很强的领导能力。

      Tā jùyǒu hěn qiáng de lǐngdǎo nénglì.

      She has very strong leadership abilities.

    • 这份报告具有重要的参考价值。

      Zhè fèn bàogào jùyǒu zhòngyào de cānkǎo jiàzhí.

      This report has important reference value.

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