Questions and Answers
What does the word 'tener' mean?
What is the first person singular present tense form of 'tener'?
yo tengo
How do you say 'you have' in Spanish (informal)?
tú tienes
What is the third person singular present tense form of 'tener' for 'he'?
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What is the third person singular present tense form of 'tener' for 'she'?
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What is the formal way to say 'you have' in Spanish?
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How do you say 'we have' in Spanish?
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Study Notes
Tener - Present Tense Conjugation
- Tener translates to "to have" in English and is an essential verb in Spanish.
- The verb tengo corresponds to "I have," used when speaking about oneself.
Familiar Forms
- Tú tienes means "you have" and is used in informal contexts for addressing someone directly.
- Él tiene translates to "he has," applicable when referring to a male subject.
- Ella tiene translates to "she has," used when referring to a female subject.
Formal Address
- Ud. tiene or usted tiene indicates "you have" in a formal setting, suitable for respectful communication.
Plural Forms
- Nosotros tenemos means "we have" and is inclusive of the speaker and others.
- Ellos tienen refers to "they have," used for a group that does not include the speaker.
- Uds. tienen or ustedes tienen translates to "you all have," applied when addressing multiple people formally or informally.
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These flashcards are designed to help you master the verb 'tener' in the present tense. Each card provides the conjugation along with its English meaning, aiding your vocabulary and comprehension. Perfect for beginners learning Spanish.
