具有 (jù yǒu) — to have, to possess (formal, used for abstract qualities)

Definition

A formal verb meaning 'to have/possess', used for abstract qualities like 优势 or 能力 — more formal than 有 and more common in writing than 拥有.

verb
to haveto possess (formal, used for abstract qualities)

Examples

  • 具有
    Zhè ge guó jiā jù yǒu fēng fù de wén huà yí chǎn.
    This country has a rich cultural heritage.
  • 具有
    Zhè ge fāng àn jù yǒu hěn dà de yōu shì.
    This plan has great advantages.
  • 具有
    Tā jù yǒu hěn qiáng de lǐng dǎo néng lì.
    He has strong leadership abilities.

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