What is habemus?

Habemus is a Latin verb that means "we have." It is often used in religious contexts, particularly in Catholicism, to announce the election of a new pope. The phrase "Habemus Papam" (We have a Pope) is traditionally used to introduce the newly elected pontiff to the world. The term can also be used to express the acquisition of something, such as "Habemus solutionem" (We have a solution) or "Habemus ad exemplar" (We have a model). It is a commonly used phrase in Latin-based languages and has become a colloquial expression in many areas of life.