have something done

We use have something done to say that we arrange for somebody else to do something for us.

  • Compare
    • Lisa repaired the roof. (リサは屋根を修理した)
    • Lisa had the roof repaired. (リサは屋根を修理してもらった)
  • Examples
    • Where did you have your hair cut?
    • I think you should have that coat cleaned.
    • I don't like having my photograph taken.