What is the difference between 'take a look' and 'have a look'?

English as a Second Language English Vocabulary, Grammar and Idioms
1

Dear Teacher,

Could you tell me please what is the difference between ‘take a look’ and ‘have a look’ ?

Are the two have the same meaning?

Best regards

Guruh

2

Almost identical. No difference in meaning. There might be some regional usage differences. “Have” is maybe 1/2 of 1% more friendly, in my opinion.

3

Hi Mr Erik,

So it means both the two word verbs are have the same meaning.

Thanks for your reply and your explanation

best regards

Guruh

4

These two verbs can have the same meaning in certain contexts, but not always.

5

Milanya, Could you please explain your point with some examples?

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Not to steal Milanya’s chance, but, for example, “look it over” and “take it over” are absolutely different.