A1 Collocation Neutral

Tener una idea.

To have an idea.

Meaning

To conceive a thought or plan.

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Cultural Background

Spaniards often use 'Se me ocurre' more frequently than 'Tengo una idea' in casual conversation. In Mexico, 'Tengo una idea' is very standard and often used in business contexts.

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Use it for plans

It is the best way to start a suggestion.

Meaning

To conceive a thought or plan.

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Use it for plans

It is the best way to start a suggestion.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

Yo ______ una idea para el regalo.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: tengo

Use 'tener' for possession of an idea.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A1

Yo ______ una idea para el regalo.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: tengo

Use 'tener' for possession of an idea.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

It is neutral and works everywhere.

Related Phrases

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No tener ni idea

synonym

To have no clue

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Se me ocurre

similar

It occurs to me

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