A1
Collocation
Neutral
Meaning
To feel a need or desire for a drink.
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Cultural Background
In Spain, it is common to ask for 'una caña' if you have thirst in a bar. In Mexico, people often say 'tengo una sed de la mala' to mean they are very thirsty for a beer.
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Remember the 'Tener' rule
If you feel it in your body, use 'tener'.
Meaning
To feel a need or desire for a drink.
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Remember the 'Tener' rule
If you feel it in your body, use 'tener'.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Yo ____ mucha sed.
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: tengo
We use 'tener' for thirst.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises
Complete the sentence.
Fill Blank
A1
Yo ____ mucha sed.
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: tengo
We use 'tener' for thirst.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, that means 'I am thirst' which makes no sense.
Related Phrases
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Tener hambre
similarTo be hungry
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