What does "Have a word" mean?

speak briefly with someone

Synonym: speak, talk Opposite: ignore, avoid

"Have a word" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

Is that why you wanted a word?

— Doctor Who S1E2

Hector, can I have a word, please?

— Extra English S1E1

May I have a word?

— Gossip Girl S5E17

Dr. Stevens, could I have a word?

— Grey's Anatomy S6E3

Harry, wonder if I might have a word?

— Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

Let me go and have a word.

— Sherlock S1E2

Louis, I need to have a word with Harvey.

— Suits S1E8

I would like a word, please.

— Supernatural S1E11

"Have a word" in TV shows & movies

This word appears in 15 titles. Click to explore the full vocabulary list.

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