Meaning
Used to indicate having a high body temperature.
Cultural Background
In Mexico, 'calentura' is very commonly used interchangeably with 'fiebre'. In Spain, 'fiebre' is the standard term. 'Calentura' is less common and sometimes refers to cold sores.
Use 'tener'
Always use 'tener' for physical states like hunger, thirst, and fever.
Meaning
Used to indicate having a high body temperature.
Use 'tener'
Always use 'tener' for physical states like hunger, thirst, and fever.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Hoy no puedo ir a clase porque _________.
You use 'tener' for medical conditions.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesHoy no puedo ir a clase porque _________.
You use 'tener' for medical conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, that is grammatically incorrect. Always use 'Tengo'.
Related Phrases
Tener gripe
similarTo have the flu
