English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "i haven't had" Mean?

Learn what "i haven't had" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

Intermediate
Neutral
Explain

I haven't had the chance to tell you...

The speaker is giving an update and explaining why the other person did not know about the move.

From Trial Marriage to A Billionaire, Episode 37

When do people say this?

Scene Context

The speaker says they did not get a chance to tell someone they moved houses.

Usage Scenario

Use this when casually updating someone about a change in address or living situation. It is natural, though many speakers would say moved house rather than moved houses.

Better ways to say it

1
I haven't had the chance to tell you I moved houses.
2
I moved house, but I haven't told you yet.
3
I didn't get a chance to tell you I moved.

How to learn English with ReelFluent

1
Discover

Scenes unlock real expressions as you watch

2
Understand

Tap to translate or use dual subtitles

3
Use

Practice immediately with AI Characters

4
Retain

Reinforce with quick quizzes and repetition

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor.

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit.

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor.

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit.

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor.

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit.