Meaning
Offering something to someone, often while handing it over.
Cultural Background
In Spain, 'toma' is also very common among friends. In Mexico, 'Aquí tiene' is standard in almost all service interactions. Argentines often use 'Acá tenés' due to the 'voseo' (using 'vos' instead of 'tú'). Colombians are very polite and often add 'con gusto' after saying 'aquí tiene'.
Smile!
Always smile when you say 'Aquí tienes'. It makes the interaction much warmer.
Eye contact
Maintain eye contact while handing the item over to show respect.
Meaning
Offering something to someone, often while handing it over.
Smile!
Always smile when you say 'Aquí tienes'. It makes the interaction much warmer.
Eye contact
Maintain eye contact while handing the item over to show respect.
Test Yourself
Complete the phrase for a formal situation.
____ tiene su café.
In formal situations, use 'Aquí tiene'.
Which is the correct informal version?
Choose the correct option:
'Tienes' is the correct conjugation for 'tú'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ¿Tienes mi libro? B: Sí, ____.
When handing it back, 'aquí tienes' is the most natural response.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercises____ tiene su café.
In formal situations, use 'Aquí tiene'.
Choose the correct option:
'Tienes' is the correct conjugation for 'tú'.
A: ¿Tienes mi libro? B: Sí, ____.
When handing it back, 'aquí tienes' is the most natural response.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, but use 'Aquí tiene' (formal).
It can be, depending on the tone. 'Aquí tienes' is always safer.
Related Phrases
Aquí está
similarHere it is.
Toma
similarTake it.
Aquí tiene
specialized formHere you have (formal).
Ten
similarTake.
