Definitions
- Describing the presence of something inside or within another thing. - Referring to the inclusion of an element or substance within a larger entity. - Talking about the contents of a container or space.
- Referring to the possession or ownership of something. - Describing the state of experiencing or exhibiting a particular quality or characteristic. - Talking about the act of performing or doing something.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe the presence or existence of something.
- 2Both can be used as verbs.
- 3Both can be used to describe the contents of something.
- 4Both can be used to indicate possession or ownership of something.
What is the difference?
- 1Function: Containing describes the physical presence of something inside or within another thing, while having describes the state of possessing or experiencing something.
- 2Usage: Containing is often used to describe the contents of a container or space, while having is more commonly used to indicate possession or ownership.
- 3Formality: Having is generally considered more formal than containing.
- 4Focus: Containing emphasizes the physical presence of something, while having emphasizes the state of possessing or experiencing something.
Remember this!
Containing and having are both words that describe the presence or existence of something. However, containing is used to describe the physical presence of something inside or within another thing, while having is used to describe the state of possessing or experiencing something. Additionally, having is generally considered more formal and versatile than containing.
