I want to get a haircut.

[newkeenlearner]

Are all of the following correct and do they have the same meaning?

1. I want to get a haircut.
2. I want to have a haircut.
3. I want to have my hair cut.
4. I want to get my hair cut.

 

[tedmc]

Yes, but I think 2 is most natural.

 

[GoesStation]

Yes, but I think 2 is most natural.

Sorry, Ted. Actually number two is the least natural.

They are all grammatically correct. Numbers one and four are most natural, followed by number three and finally number two.

 

[Tarheel]

I am most likely to say:

I need to get a haircut. (Maybe tomorrow. )

 

[jutfrank]

The idea of 'wanting' a haircut seems a little strange to this elderly British male.

My thoughts exactly. (I hope that doesn't mean I'm elderly! )

 

[jutfrank]

I'd say they have different uses, for different situations.

To oneself in the mirror: I look awful. I need a haircut.
To a friend: I'll meet you in a bit—I want to get my hair cut.
To the barber: I just want a haircut, please. Nothing more.

 

[Tarheel]

My barber's shop is right across the street. She's young, slim, and good-looking. I need a haircut.

;-)

 

[emsr2d2]

Your barber's shop is female? ;-)