Signification
Stating one's age in response to an inquiry.
Contexte culturel
In Brazil, people often drop the 'Eu' and just say 'Tenho vinte anos'. Similar to Brazil, the structure is standard. It is very polite to use the full sentence in formal settings.
The 'Ter' Rule
Always associate age with the verb 'ter'. If you are talking about age, 'ter' is your best friend.
Avoid 'Ser'
Using 'ser' for age is the most common mistake for English speakers. Avoid it at all costs!
Signification
Stating one's age in response to an inquiry.
The 'Ter' Rule
Always associate age with the verb 'ter'. If you are talking about age, 'ter' is your best friend.
Avoid 'Ser'
Using 'ser' for age is the most common mistake for English speakers. Avoid it at all costs!
Teste-toi
Complete the sentence.
Eu ______ vinte anos.
Age is always expressed with 'ter'.
Which is correct?
Which sentence is correct?
Never use 'ser' for age.
Match the subject to the verb.
Match: Eu/Ele/Nós
Conjugation of 'ter'.
Complete the reply.
A: Quantos anos você tem? B: ______.
Full sentence structure.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesEu ______ vinte anos.
Age is always expressed with 'ter'.
Which sentence is correct?
Never use 'ser' for age.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Conjugation of 'ter'.
A: Quantos anos você tem? B: ______.
Full sentence structure.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
6 questionsYes, it is correct, but 'de idade' is often omitted in casual conversation.
It marks the plural form of the verb 'ter'.
The grammar is the same, though the pronunciation of 'vinte' will be more like 'veen-tuh'.
Yes, 'O meu cachorro tem cinco anos' is perfectly natural.
You can say 'Eu prefiro não dizer' (I prefer not to say).
No, you can use any number, e.g., 'Eu tenho trinta anos'.
Expressions liées
Quantos anos você tem?
builds onHow old are you?
Fazer anos
similarTo have a birthday
Ter idade para
specialized formTo be old enough for
