Meaning
To feel a low temperature in one's body or environment.
Cultural Background
In Spain, people often use 'tener frío' to justify wearing many layers indoors, as central heating is less common than in the US. In Mexico, 'tengo frío' is often used as a polite way to ask someone to close a window in a shared space.
The 'Tener' Rule
If you feel it in your body (hunger, thirst, cold, heat), use 'tener'.
Meaning
To feel a low temperature in one's body or environment.
The 'Tener' Rule
If you feel it in your body (hunger, thirst, cold, heat), use 'tener'.
Test Yourself
Select the correct verb.
Yo ____ frío.
Physical sensations use 'tener'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesYo ____ frío.
Physical sensations use 'tener'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, that sounds like you are a dead body or a cold object.
Related Phrases
Tener calor
contrastTo be hot
Tener hambre
similarTo be hungry
