When you want to ask someone, "Do you have...?", you use "¿tienes...?". This comes from the verb tener, which means 'to have'.
For example, if you want to ask if someone has a car, you'd say "¿Tienes un coche?". If you want to ask if they have time, you'd say "¿Tienes tiempo?".
It's also used for age. To ask "How old are you?", you literally say "¿Cuántos años tienes?", which translates to "How many years do you have?".
Remember, this is for talking to one person informally (like a friend or family member). If you're talking to someone formally, or to multiple people, you'd use a different form of 'tener'.
When you ask someone if they 'have' something in Spanish, you'll often use '¿tienes?'. It comes from the verb 'tener', which means 'to have'.
You use 'tienes' when you're talking to one person informally, like a friend or family member. It's really useful for asking about possession, like '¿tienes un libro?' (Do you have a book?).
But 'tienes' isn't just for things you own. You can also use it to ask about age, feelings, or even if someone needs to do something. For example, '¿tienes hambre?' means 'Are you hungry?'
Understanding 'tienes' is a great step in being able to ask and answer basic questions in Spanish!
You've probably learned the verb tener by now, which means 'to have.' When we say ¿tienes?, we're asking 'do you have?' or 'are you having?'. This is the 'tú' form, used with people you know well or who are younger than you.
It's super common for asking about possessions like 'Do you have a car?' (¿Tienes un coche?), or even about feelings, like 'Are you hungry?' (¿Tienes hambre?).
At the B1 level, it's crucial to confidently use ¿tienes? in various situations. It's a foundational phrase for everyday conversation.
When we use 'tienes', we're directly addressing someone in a familiar way about something they possess or experience. It's the 'you have' form of the verb 'tener'. This verb is super versatile, so you'll hear it a lot.
You'll use 'tienes' for things like asking if someone 'has' something, if they 'are' a certain age, or even if they 'feel' a particular way. It's a foundational part of everyday Spanish conversations.
Remember, 'tienes' is for informal situations. If you're talking to someone formally, you'd use 'tiene' (usted tiene). Keep an ear out for how native speakers use it, and you'll pick it up quickly.
When you're trying to communicate more complex ideas or nuances in Spanish, mastering verbs like 'tener' and its various forms is crucial. Understanding the subtle differences in how it's used beyond simple possession can significantly enhance your fluency.
For example, while you might be familiar with 'tener' to say 'I have,' at a C1 level, you should be comfortable using it in expressions like 'tener ganas de' (to feel like doing something) or 'tener que' (to have to). Pay attention to these idiomatic uses, as they are very common in natural Spanish conversation.
Being able to correctly conjugate and apply 'tener' in different tenses and moods, including subjunctive and conditional forms, will allow you to express a wider range of hypothetical situations, desires, and obligations with precision.
Practicing these more advanced applications will help you sound much more natural and sophisticated in your Spanish, moving beyond basic sentence structures to express yourself with greater accuracy and style.
When you're speaking Spanish, you'll often encounter "¿tienes?". This is the informal way to ask "do you have?" or "have you?" and it comes from the verb tener, which means "to have."
You use "¿tienes?" when you're talking to a friend, family member, or someone you know well. It can be used for asking about possessions (e.g., "¿Tienes un coche?" - Do you have a car?), age (e.g., "¿Cuántos años tienes?" - How old are you?), or even feelings (e.g., "¿Tienes frío?" - Are you cold?).
¿tienes em 30 segundos
- informal singular 'you'
- possession, age, sensations
- asking questions
§ Basic Use of 'tienes'
Alright, let's get straight to it. You've learned that 'tienes' comes from the verb 'tener,' which means 'to have.' It's used when you're talking to one person informally (you, singular). This is a really common verb, so understanding how to use 'tienes' is a big step for your Spanish.
The most direct way to use 'tienes' is to express possession. Simple as that. If you want to ask someone if they have something, this is your go-to word.
- Remember
- 'tienes' is for informal 'you' (tú).
¿Tienes un lápiz?
- Translation Hint
- Do you have a pencil?
¿Tienes hermanos?
- Translation Hint
- Do you have siblings?
§ Talking About Age with 'tienes'
This is where English and Spanish differ a bit. In Spanish, you don't 'are' a certain age; you 'have' a certain number of years. So, when you ask someone's age, you use 'tienes'.
¿Cuántos años tienes?
- Translation Hint
- How many years do you have? (How old are you?)
§ Expressing Sensations and Physical States
Again, a key difference from English. In Spanish, you 'have' certain sensations or physical states, rather than 'being' them. This applies to hunger, thirst, cold, heat, fear, and even sleepiness.
- Hunger: tener hambre (to have hunger)
- Thirst: tener sed (to have thirst)
- Cold: tener frío (to have cold)
- Heat: tener calor (to have heat)
- Fear: tener miedo (to have fear)
- Sleepiness: tener sueño (to have sleep)
¿Tienes frío?
- Translation Hint
- Do you have cold? (Are you cold?)
¿Tienes hambre?
- Translation Hint
- Do you have hunger? (Are you hungry?)
§ Expressing Obligation: 'tener que'
When you need to say that someone 'has to' do something, you use the structure 'tener que' + infinitive verb. 'Tienes que' means 'you have to'. This is incredibly useful for expressing duties or necessities.
- Structure
- tienes que + infinitive verb
¿Qué tienes que hacer hoy?
- Translation Hint
- What do you have to do today?
Tienes que estudiar para el examen.
- Translation Hint
- You have to study for the exam.
§ Forming Compound Tenses (Advanced)
While you're probably focusing on the basics at B1, it's good to know that 'tener' can also be used to form some compound tenses, although this is less common than 'haber' for perfect tenses. For example, in some regional Spanish, you might hear 'tengo hecho' instead of 'he hecho'. However, for now, focus on the more common uses. Stick to 'haber' for forming perfect tenses like 'he comido' (I have eaten) unless you specifically encounter a region that uses 'tener' this way. For the most part, you'll be using 'haber' for this.
§ Common Phrases with 'tienes'
Here are a few more common phrases where 'tienes' shows up. These are good to just memorize as chunks.
- tener suerte: to be lucky (literally, to have luck)
- tener razón: to be right (literally, to have reason)
- tener cuidado: to be careful (literally, to have care)
¡Tienes mucha suerte!
- Translation Hint
- You are very lucky! (You have much luck!)
Tienes razón.
- Translation Hint
- You are right. (You have reason.)
As you can see, 'tienes' is a workhorse in Spanish. Master these uses, and you'll be able to express a lot more than just possession. Pay attention to how it's used with sensations and obligations; those are often tricky for English speakers but become second nature with practice.
§ What "¿tienes?" Means
The Spanish verb 'tener' is one of the most common and useful verbs you'll learn. When you hear "¿tienes?", it's the second person singular form of 'tener' in the present indicative tense. Simply put, it means "do you have?" or "you have." But 'tener' is much more versatile than just expressing possession. It's used for age, feelings, obligations, and even to form compound tenses.
- Definition
- The verb 'tener' in the second person singular of the present indicative. Used to express possession, age, sensations, obligations, or to form compound tenses.
§ "¿Tienes?" at Work
In a professional setting, "¿tienes?" is incredibly practical. You'll hear it in meetings, casual conversations with colleagues, or when asking for resources.
¿Tienes el informe listo para la reunión?
(Do you have the report ready for the meeting?)
¿Tienes tiempo para una llamada rápida?
(Do you have time for a quick call?)
§ "¿Tienes?" at School
In an academic environment, "¿tienes?" is frequently used between students and by teachers. It's essential for asking about school supplies, assignments, or even understanding a concept.
Asking a classmate:
¿Tienes un lápiz extra que me prestes?
(Do you have an extra pencil you can lend me?)
A teacher asking a student:
¿Tienes alguna pregunta sobre la tarea?
(Do you have any questions about the homework?)
§ "¿Tienes?" in the News
While you might not hear "¿tienes?" directed at you in a news report, understanding its various meanings will help you grasp the nuances of interviews or reported speech. When a journalist interviews someone, they might use it.
Periodista: "Señor, ¿tienes algún comentario sobre los nuevos desarrollos?"
(Journalist: "Sir, do you have any comments on the new developments?")
Also, you might hear it in quotes where someone is asking another person a direct question about their possession or state.
Según el testigo, el policía le preguntó: "¿Tienes tu identificación contigo?"
(According to the witness, the police officer asked him: "Do you have your ID with you?")
§ What 'tienes' Means
'¿Tienes' comes from the verb 'tener' (to have) and is used when you are asking 'do you have?' or saying 'you have' (informally, to a single person). It's a really common and useful word, so understanding it well will help you a lot in everyday Spanish conversations. This form is for the second person singular in the present indicative tense. Think of it as addressing 'you' informally, like you would a friend or family member.
- Spanish Word
- ¿tienes?
- English Definition
- The verb 'tener' (to have) in the second person singular of the present indicative. Used to express possession, age, feelings, obligations, or to form compound tenses.
§ Examples of 'tienes' in Action
Let's look at some common ways you'll use 'tienes'. Notice how it covers more than just 'having' something.
¿Tienes un lápiz?
Do you have a pencil? (Possession)
¿Cuántos años tienes?
How old are you? (Literally: How many years do you have? - Age)
¿Tienes hambre?
Are you hungry? (Literally: Do you have hunger? - Sensation)
Tienes que estudiar.
You have to study. (Obligation)
No tienes que ir.
You don't have to go. (Negated obligation)
§ When to use 'tienes' vs. alternatives
While 'tienes' is very common, it's important to know when to use it and when other words might be better. The main alternative you'll encounter is 'tiene'.
- '¿Tienes?' (informal 'you'): This is what we've been focusing on. It's for singular, informal 'you'.
- '¿Tiene?' (formal 'you' or 'he/she/it'): This is the third person singular form of 'tener'. You use it for formal 'you' (usted) or when talking about 'he', 'she', or 'it'. For example:
¿Tiene usted una pregunta?
Do you (formal) have a question?
Él tiene un coche rojo.
He has a red car.
- '¿Tienen?' (plural 'you' or 'they'): This is the third person plural form. Use it for formal plural 'you' (ustedes) or when talking about 'they'.
¿Tienen los documentos?
Do you all (formal/plural) have the documents?
Ellos tienen frío.
They are cold.
In summary, 'tienes' is your go-to for informal, singular 'you have' or 'do you have?'. Always consider the formality and number of people when choosing the correct form of 'tener'.
How Formal Is It?
"¿Tiene usted alguna pregunta?"
"¿Tienes tiempo libre?"
"¿Tienes planes para esta noche?"
"¿Tienes hambre, mi amor?"
"¿Tienes un chance para hablar?"
Curiosidade
The Spanish 'tener' and the English 'to have' share a common ancestor in Proto-Indo-European, showcasing a deep linguistic connection.
Guia de pronúncia
- pronouncing the 'ie' as two separate vowels instead of a diphthong
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¿Tienes un perro?
Do you have a dog?
Simple question about possession.
¿Tienes hambre?
Are you hungry? (Do you have hunger?)
Using 'tener' for a sensation.
¿Tienes frío?
Are you cold? (Do you have cold?)
Using 'tener' for a sensation.
¿Tienes sed?
Are you thirsty? (Do you have thirst?)
Using 'tener' for a sensation.
¿Tienes tiempo para un café?
Do you have time for a coffee?
Question about having time.
¿Tienes un lápiz?
Do you have a pencil?
Simple question about possession.
¿Tienes veinte años?
Are you twenty years old? (Do you have twenty years?)
Using 'tener' for age.
¿Tienes hermanos?
Do you have siblings?
Question about family possession.
¿Tienes hermanos?
Do you have siblings?
Simple question about possession.
¿Tienes frío?
Are you cold? (Do you have cold?)
Expressing a sensation.
¿Cuántos años tienes?
How old are you? (How many years do you have?)
Asking about age.
¿Tienes que irte ya?
Do you have to leave already?
Expressing an obligation (tener que + infinitive).
¿Tienes un lápiz que me prestes?
Do you have a pencil you can lend me?
Question about possession.
¿Tienes tiempo para hablar?
Do you have time to talk?
Question about availability (possession of time).
¿Tienes hambre?
Are you hungry? (Do you have hunger?)
Expressing a sensation.
¿Tienes un perro grande?
Do you have a big dog?
Simple question about possession.
¿Tienes hermanos o hermanas?
Do you have siblings?
Here 'tienes' expresses possession (having brothers or sisters).
¿Cuántos años tienes?
How old are you? (Literally: How many years do you have?)
This is the common way to ask someone's age in Spanish, using 'tener'.
¿Tienes hambre?
Are you hungry? (Literally: Do you have hunger?)
'Tener hambre' is a common expression for feeling hungry.
¿Tienes que trabajar mañana?
Do you have to work tomorrow?
'Tener que' means 'to have to' or 'must', expressing obligation.
¿Tienes un minuto para hablar?
Do you have a minute to talk?
Again, 'tienes' expresses possession (having a minute).
¿Tienes frío?
Are you cold? (Literally: Do you have cold?)
'Tener frío' is a common expression for feeling cold.
¿Tienes planes para el fin de semana?
Do you have plans for the weekend?
Here, 'tienes' refers to having plans or intentions.
¿Tienes ganas de ir al cine?
Do you feel like going to the cinema?
'Tener ganas de' means 'to feel like doing something' or 'to have a desire to'.
¿Tienes planes para este fin de semana?
Do you have plans for this weekend?
Expressing possession of plans.
¿Cuántos años tienes?
How old are you? (How many years do you have?)
Expressing age with 'tener'.
¿Tienes frío? Quieres que suba la calefacción?
Are you cold? Do you want me to turn up the heating?
Expressing a sensation ('tener frío' - to be cold).
¿Tienes que entregar el informe antes del viernes?
Do you have to submit the report before Friday?
Expressing an obligation ('tener que' + infinitive).
Si tienes alguna pregunta, no dudes en consultarme.
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask me.
Expressing possession of questions, hypothetical situation.
¿Tienes ganas de ir al concierto esta noche?
Do you feel like going to the concert tonight? (Do you have desires for...)
Expressing desire/inclination ('tener ganas de' + infinitive).
Me han dicho que tienes mucha experiencia en este campo.
They told me you have a lot of experience in this field.
Expressing possession of experience.
Perdona, ¿tienes un bolígrafo que me puedas prestar?
Excuse me, do you have a pen you can lend me?
Polite request, expressing possession of an object.
¿Tienes pensado ir al concierto esta noche o prefieres quedarte en casa?
Are you planning to go to the concert tonight or do you prefer to stay home?
Here 'tienes' is used with 'pensado' to express a plan or intention.
Si tienes alguna duda sobre el procedimiento, no dudes en consultarme.
If you have any doubts about the procedure, don't hesitate to ask me.
'Tienes' expresses possession of doubts.
¿Tienes suficiente dinero para el viaje o necesitas que te preste algo?
Do you have enough money for the trip or do you need me to lend you some?
'Tienes' refers to possessing money.
Aunque tienes mucha experiencia en el campo, siempre hay algo nuevo que aprender.
Even though you have a lot of experience in the field, there's always something new to learn.
'Tienes' indicates possession of experience.
¿Tienes la amabilidad de pasarme la sal, por favor?
Would you be kind enough to pass me the salt, please?
Here 'tienes' is used idiomatically with 'la amabilidad' to make a polite request.
Para cuando tienes veinte años, ya has aprendido muchas lecciones importantes en la vida.
By the time you are twenty years old, you have already learned many important lessons in life.
'Tienes' is used to express age.
Si tienes frío, enciende la chimenea; no hay necesidad de sufrir.
If you are cold, light the fireplace; there's no need to suffer.
'Tienes' is used with 'frío' to express a sensation.
¿Tienes que irte tan pronto? Pensé que te quedarías un rato más.
Do you have to leave so soon? I thought you would stay a bit longer.
'Tienes que' expresses an obligation.
¿Tienes tú, acaso, la autoridad moral para juzgar las decisiones ajenas, cuando tus propios actos carecen de transparencia?
Do you, perhaps, have the moral authority... when your own actions lack transparency?
Interrogative sentence, 'tú' for emphasis, 'acaso' to express doubt.
En esta encrucijada vital, ¿tienes la templanza suficiente para sortear los escollos que la incertidumbre nos depara?
In this vital crossroads, do you have the sufficient temperance to overcome the obstacles that uncertainty holds for us?
Figurative language, 'suficiente' as an adjective.
Si bien la coyuntura actual es desafiante, ¿tienes el temple necesario para transformar la adversidad en oportunidad?
Although the current situation is challenging, do you have the necessary resilience to transform adversity into opportunity?
'Si bien' to introduce a concession, 'necesario' as an adjective.
Considerando el intrincado tejido de responsabilidades, ¿tienes la clarividencia para discernir el camino más idóneo?
Considering the intricate web of responsibilities, do you have the clairvoyance to discern the most suitable path?
'Considerando' as a gerund, 'más idóneo' for superlative.
En el intríngulis de la negociación, ¿tienes la perspicacia para anticipar las estrategias del oponente y contraatacar con astucia?
In the complexity of the negotiation, do you have the perspicacity to anticipate the opponent's strategies and counterattack with cunning?
'Intríngulis' for complexity, 'con astucia' for adverbial phrase.
Ante la plétora de datos disponibles, ¿tienes la capacidad analítica para extraer conclusiones fidedignas y fundamentadas?
Given the plethora of available data, do you have the analytical capacity to extract reliable and well-founded conclusions?
'Ante' meaning 'given', 'fidedignas y fundamentadas' as descriptive adjectives.
Si la premura del tiempo apremia, ¿tienes la solvencia para culminar el proyecto con la excelencia que se te exige?
If the urgency of time presses, do you have the competence to complete the project with the excellence that is demanded of you?
'Si' for condition, 'solvencia' for competence, 'que se te exige' for passive voice.
En este delicado equilibrio de poder, ¿tienes la sagacidad para maniobrar con destreza sin comprometer tus principios?
In this delicate balance of power, do you have the shrewdness to maneuver skillfully without compromising your principles?
'Delicado equilibrio' for descriptive phrase, 'sin comprometer' for negative gerund.
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
¿Cuántos años tienes?
How old are you? (How many years do you have?)
¿Tienes ganas de ir al cine?
Do you feel like going to the cinema? (Do you have desires to go to the cinema?)
¿Tienes un bolígrafo que me prestes?
Do you have a pen you can lend me?
¿Tienes alguna pregunta?
Do you have any questions?
¿Tienes planes para el fin de semana?
Do you have plans for the weekend?
¿Tienes la hora?
Do you have the time? (Do you know what time it is?)
¿Tienes WiFi aquí?
Do you have WiFi here?
¿Tienes efectivo?
Do you have cash?
¿Tienes que trabajar mañana?
Do you have to work tomorrow?
¿Tienes idea de dónde está?
Do you have any idea where it is?
Frequentemente confundido com
This is the second person singular form of 'tener' (to have). It's very common and used for possession, age, feelings, obligations, and forming compound tenses. You'll hear it a lot!
This is the third person singular form of 'tener' (he/she/it has). The difference is just the subject.
This is the second person plural form of 'tener' in Spain (you all have). In Latin America, 'tienen' is used for 'you all have' (ustedes tienen).
Padrões gramaticais
Expressões idiomáticas
"¿Tienes fuego?"
Do you have a light? (Asking for a lighter or match)
Perdona, ¿tienes fuego? Necesito encender mi cigarro. (Excuse me, do you have a light? I need to light my cigarette.)
neutral"¿Tienes prisa?"
Are you in a hurry?
Veo que miras el reloj, ¿tienes prisa? (I see you're looking at your watch, are you in a hurry?)
neutral"¿Tienes ganas de...?"
Do you feel like...? / Are you in the mood for...?
¿Tienes ganas de ir al cine esta noche? (Do you feel like going to the cinema tonight?)
neutral"¿Tienes un momento?"
Do you have a moment? / Do you have a minute?
Hola, ¿tienes un momento? Quería preguntarte algo. (Hello, do you have a moment? I wanted to ask you something.)
neutral"¿Tienes idea de...?"
Do you have any idea about...?
¿Tienes idea de a qué hora cierra el banco? (Do you have any idea what time the bank closes?)
neutral"¿Tienes frío/calor?"
Are you cold/hot?
La ventana está abierta, ¿tienes frío? (The window is open, are you cold?)
neutral"¿Tienes suerte?"
Are you lucky?
Ganaste la lotería, ¡qué suerte tienes! (You won the lottery, how lucky you are!)
neutral"¿Tienes razón?"
Are you right? (Also used to confirm agreement: 'Tienes razón.' - You are right.)
No estoy seguro, ¿tienes razón en eso? (I'm not sure, are you right about that?)
neutral"¿Tienes hambre/sed?"
Are you hungry/thirsty?
Hemos caminado mucho, ¿tienes hambre? (We've walked a lot, are you hungry?)
neutral"¿Tienes algo que ver con...?"
Do you have anything to do with...?
¿Tienes algo que ver con la organización de la fiesta? (Do you have anything to do with organizing the party?)
neutralFácil de confundir
'Hay' means 'there is' or 'there are.' Learners confuse it with 'está'/'están' (to be) or 'tiene'/'tienen' (to have).
'Hay' is always impersonal, meaning it doesn't change based on the subject. It introduces the existence of something. 'Está'/'están' refers to the location or state of specific items/people. 'Tiene'/'tienen' means 'he/she/it has' or 'they have,' indicating possession.
Hay muchos libros en la biblioteca. (There are many books in the library.)
'Ser' means 'to be,' but learners often mix it up with 'estar,' which also means 'to be.'
'Ser' is for inherent qualities, identity, origin, time, and permanent characteristics. 'Estar' is for temporary states, locations, and feelings.
Soy de España. (I am from Spain.)
Like 'ser,' 'estar' means 'to be,' and their uses can be tricky for English speakers.
'Estar' is used for location, temporary conditions, emotions, and actions in progress (with the gerund).
Estoy cansado. (I am tired.)
'Saber' means 'to know,' but it's often confused with 'conocer,' which also means 'to know.'
'Saber' is for knowing facts, information, or how to do something. 'Conocer' is for being familiar with a person, place, or thing.
Sé la respuesta. (I know the answer.)
Similar to 'saber,' 'conocer' translates to 'to know' and can be a source of confusion.
'Conocer' implies familiarity or acquaintance with something or someone.
Conozco Madrid muy bien. (I know Madrid very well.)
Padrões de frases
¿Tienes [sustantivo en singular]?
¿Tienes un hermano? (Do you have a brother?)
¿Tienes [sustantivo en plural]?
¿Tienes hermanos? (Do you have siblings?)
¿Cuántos años tienes?
¿Cuántos años tienes? (How old are you?)
¿Tienes que [verbo en infinitivo]?
¿Tienes que irte ya? (Do you have to leave now?)
¿Tienes [sustantivo]?
¿Tienes frío? (Are you cold?)
¿Tienes ganas de [verbo en infinitivo]?
¿Tienes ganas de salir esta noche? (Do you feel like going out tonight?)
¿Tienes la oportunidad de [verbo en infinitivo]?
¿Tienes la oportunidad de visitar España? (Do you have the opportunity to visit Spain?)
¿Tienes [sustantivo] para [propósito]?
¿Tienes tiempo para ayudarme? (Do you have time to help me?)
Família de palavras
Substantivos
Verbos
Adjetivos
Dicas
¿tienes? means do you have?
Literally, ¿tienes? means 'do you have?' or 'are you having?'. It's the 'tú' form of the verb tener (to have).
Use ¿tienes? for possession
You use ¿tienes? to ask about possession. For example, ¿tienes un coche? (Do you have a car?).
Use ¿tienes? for age
In Spanish, you 'have' years. So, ¿cuántos años tienes? (How many years do you have?) means 'How old are you?'
Use ¿tienes? for feelings/sensations
You also 'have' certain feelings or sensations. For instance, ¿tienes hambre? (Do you have hunger?) means 'Are you hungry?' or ¿tienes frío? (Do you have cold?) means 'Are you cold?'
Use ¿tienes que...? for obligations
To ask about obligations, you say ¿tienes que...? (Do you have to...?). For example, ¿tienes que trabajar hoy? (Do you have to work today?)
Remember the accent on 'tienes' for questions
When asking a question, make sure to use the opening and closing question marks: ¿tienes?. The accent mark is not on the word itself, but on the opening question mark.
Don't confuse with 'eres'
¿tienes? (do you have?) is for possession or certain states, while ¿eres? (are you?) is for identity or characteristics. For example, ¿eres estudiante? (Are you a student?).
Formal vs. informal 'you'
¿tienes? is the informal 'you'. For formal situations, you would use ¿tiene? (usted form). It's important to know when to use which!
Compound tenses with 'tener'
While ¿tienes? itself isn't a compound tense, tener is used to form some. For example, the present perfect is formed with haber, but knowing tener well is fundamental for all verb conjugations.
Practice with common phrases
The best way to learn is to practice. Try asking simple questions like ¿tienes un lápiz? (Do you have a pencil?) or ¿tienes tiempo? (Do you have time?) to build confidence.
Memorize
Mnemônico
Think of it like saying, 'Do you TEN animals?' The 'ten' sounds a bit like 'tiene,' helping you remember the 'tienes' form for 'you have.'
Associação visual
Imagine a friend holding two small 'ten' number signs in front of them, looking at you questioningly. This helps you associate 'tienes' with 'you have' and the 'you' form.
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Try to ask 5 different questions using '¿tienes?' to talk about possessions, age, or feelings. For example: '¿Tienes hambre?' (Are you hungry?), '¿Tienes un libro?' (Do you have a book?), '¿Cuántos años tienes?' (How old are you?)
Origem da palavra
Latin 'tenēre'
Significado original: to hold
Indo-European, Italic, RomanceContexto cultural
When speaking Spanish, 'tener' is far more versatile than 'to have' in English. It's used for age (e.g., 'tengo veinte años' - I am twenty years old), feelings (e.g., 'tengo hambre' - I am hungry), and even obligations (e.g., 'tengo que ir' - I have to go). This breadth of use makes 'tener' a fundamental verb for expressing a wide range of ideas in everyday conversation.
Pratique na vida real
Contextos reais
Asking about possession
- ¿Tienes hermanos o hermanas? (Do you have brothers or sisters?)
- ¿Tienes coche? (Do you have a car?)
- ¿Tienes tiempo mañana? (Do you have time tomorrow?)
Asking about age
- ¿Cuántos años tienes? (How old are you?)
- ¿Tienes más de veinte años? (Are you over twenty years old?)
Asking about feelings/sensations
- ¿Tienes hambre? (Are you hungry?)
- ¿Tienes sed? (Are you thirsty?)
- ¿Tienes frío? (Are you cold?)
Asking about obligations/things to do
- ¿Tienes que estudiar hoy? (Do you have to study today?)
- ¿Tienes algo que hacer? (Do you have something to do?)
General inquiries/asking if someone 'has' something available
- ¿Tienes un bolígrafo que me prestes? (Do you have a pen you can lend me?)
- ¿Tienes alguna pregunta? (Do you have any questions?)
Iniciadores de conversa
"¿Tienes planes para el fin de semana?"
"¿Tienes alguna película favorita que me recomiendes?"
"¿Tienes un pasatiempo interesante?"
"¿Tienes alguna meta para este año?"
"¿Tienes alguna anécdota divertida que contar?"
Temas para diário
Escribe sobre algo que 'tienes' y valoras mucho, y por qué.
Describe una situación en la que 'tuviste' que hacer algo difícil. ¿Cómo te sentiste?
Si 'tuvieras' la oportunidad de viajar a cualquier parte del mundo, ¿a dónde irías y por qué?
Piensa en algo que 'tienes' que aprender o mejorar. ¿Qué pasos vas a tomar?
Reflexiona sobre cómo 'tienes' que gestionar tu tiempo para ser más productivo.
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntas'¿Tienes?' directly translates to 'Do you have?' in English. It comes from the verb 'tener', which means 'to have'.
You use 'tienes' when asking a singular 'you' (informal) if they possess something. For example, '¿Tienes un libro?' means 'Do you have a book?'
You use 'tienes' when speaking to someone informally (tú). You use 'tiene' when speaking formally (usted) or when referring to 'he/she/it' (él/ella/ello).
Yes! In Spanish, you use 'tener' to express age. So, '¿Cuántos años tienes?' means 'How old are you?' (literally, 'How many years do you have?').
Absolutely. Spanish uses 'tener' for many sensations. For example, '¿Tienes frío?' means 'Are you cold?' (literally, 'Do you have cold?'). Other examples include 'tener hambre' (to be hungry), 'tener sed' (to be thirsty), and 'tener sueño' (to be sleepy).
Yes, you can. When followed by 'que' and an infinitive, it means 'to have to'. For instance, '¿Tienes que trabajar?' means 'Do you have to work?'
'Tienes' comes from 'tener' (to have) and is used for possession, age, and many sensations. 'Estás' comes from 'estar' (to be) and is used for temporary states, locations, and feelings. For example, '¿Tienes un coche?' (Do you have a car?) vs. '¿Estás cansado?' (Are you tired?).
'Tienes' is informal. It's used when you are addressing one person you know well, or someone younger, or in a casual setting. For formal situations, you would use '¿Tiene usted...?'
To make it negative, you simply put 'no' before 'tienes'. So, 'No tienes un libro' means 'You don't have a book.'
The infinitive form of 'tienes' is 'tener', which means 'to have'.
Teste-se 156 perguntas
Yo ___ un perro grande.
The verb 'tener' (to have) is conjugated as 'tengo' for 'yo' (I).
¿Tú ___ hermanos?
The verb 'tener' (to have) is conjugated as 'tienes' for 'tú' (you, singular informal).
Él ___ una casa bonita.
The verb 'tener' (to have) is conjugated as 'tiene' for 'él' (he).
Nosotros ___ mucha hambre.
The verb 'tener' (to have) is conjugated as 'tenemos' for 'nosotros' (we).
Ellas ___ dieciocho años.
The verb 'tener' (to have) is conjugated as 'tienen' for 'ellas' (they, feminine).
¿Cuántos años ___ tú?
The verb 'tener' (to have) is conjugated as 'tienes' for 'tú' (you, singular informal) when asking about age.
¿___ un lápiz?
To ask 'Do you have a pencil?', you use 'tienes'.
Si alguien te pregunta '¿Tienes hambre?', ¿qué significa?
'Tener hambre' means 'to be hungry'.
Para preguntar si una persona tiene una mascota, ¿cuál es la mejor opción?
This is the correct singular form to ask if 'you' have a pet.
Puedes usar '¿Tienes frío?' para preguntar si alguien siente frío.
'Tener frío' is the correct expression for 'to be cold'.
La pregunta '¿Tienes sed?' significa 'Are you sad?'.
'Tener sed' means 'to be thirsty', not 'to be sad'. 'Estar triste' means 'to be sad'.
Si alguien te dice '¿Tienes un minuto?', te está preguntando si tienes tiempo.
'Tener un minuto' is a common way to ask if someone has a moment or time.
This sentence asks if someone has a dog. The word order is typical for a question in Spanish.
This sentence asks if someone is thirsty. 'Tener sed' means 'to be thirsty' in Spanish.
This sentence asks if someone is hungry. 'Tener hambre' means 'to be hungry' in Spanish.
¿Cuántos años ___ tú?
The question is directed at 'tú' (you, singular informal), so the correct form of 'tener' is 'tienes'.
¿___ prisa?
The phrase 'tener prisa' means 'to be in a hurry'. When asking 'Are you in a hurry?' to 'tú', you use 'tienes'.
Si ___ hambre, podemos comer.
'Tener hambre' means 'to be hungry'. The sentence implies 'If you are hungry', hence 'tienes'.
¿___ un lápiz que me prestes?
This is asking 'Do you have a pencil...?' to 'tú', so 'tienes' is correct.
¿___ que estudiar mucho para el examen?
'Tener que' means 'to have to'. The question is 'Do you have to study a lot...?', implying 'tú'.
Dime, ¿___ frío ahora?
'Tener frío' means 'to be cold'. The sentence is asking 'Are you cold now?' to 'tú', so 'tienes' is needed.
Choose the correct translation for 'Do you have' in a casual context.
'¿Tienes?' is the informal way to ask 'Do you have?' when speaking to one person. '¿Tiene usted?' is formal, and the others are plural.
Which sentence correctly uses 'tienes' to ask about possession?
'¿Tienes un perro?' means 'Do you have a dog?' and correctly uses 'tienes' for possession in the informal 'tú' form.
Complete the sentence: '¿__________ hambre?' (Are you hungry?)
To ask 'Are you hungry?' in an informal context, you use '¿Tienes hambre?' 'Tener hambre' means 'to be hungry.'
The phrase '¿Tienes frío?' means 'Are you cold?'
Yes, 'tener frío' is a common Spanish expression meaning 'to be cold,' so '¿Tienes frío?' means 'Are you cold?'
'¿Tienes dieciocho años?' is a way to ask 'Do you have eighteen years?'
While it literally translates to 'Do you have eighteen years?', in Spanish, 'tener años' is used to express age. So, it means 'Are you eighteen years old?' not 'Do you have eighteen years?'.
You can use '¿Tienes que estudiar?' to ask 'Do you have to study?'
Yes, 'tener que' + infinitive is used to express obligation, so '¿Tienes que estudiar?' correctly means 'Do you have to study?'
Are you hungry?
Do you have a brother?
How old are you? (Literally: How many years do you have?)
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Do you have a car?
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Are you cold?
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Do you have to work?
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Write a short sentence asking a friend if they have a pen.
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¿Tienes un bolígrafo?
You want to know if your friend has time for coffee. Write a question.
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¿Tienes tiempo para un café?
Ask a friend if they are hungry, using 'tener hambre'.
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¿Tienes hambre?
¿Qué necesita Ana de Luis?
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Ana y Luis están en la escuela. Ana pregunta a Luis: "¿Tienes tu libro de español? Necesito estudiar para el examen." Luis responde: "Sí, lo tengo. ¿Lo necesitas ahora?"
¿Qué necesita Ana de Luis?
Ana le pregunta a Luis si tiene su libro de español porque necesita estudiar para el examen.
Ana le pregunta a Luis si tiene su libro de español porque necesita estudiar para el examen.
¿Qué día tiene libre Elena?
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María habla con su amiga Elena. María dice: "¿Tienes planes para el fin de semana?" Elena contesta: "Sí, tengo que trabajar el sábado, pero el domingo tengo libre. ¿Por qué preguntas?"
¿Qué día tiene libre Elena?
Elena menciona que 'el domingo tengo libre'.
Elena menciona que 'el domingo tengo libre'.
¿Qué le ofrece Juan a Carlos?
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Juan y Carlos están en una fiesta. Juan le dice a Carlos: "¿Tienes sed? Hay refrescos y agua." Carlos responde: "Sí, tengo mucha sed. Gracias por preguntar."
¿Qué le ofrece Juan a Carlos?
Juan le ofrece 'refrescos y agua' a Carlos, que son bebidas.
Juan le ofrece 'refrescos y agua' a Carlos, que son bebidas.
This question asks if 'you have time tomorrow'.
This question asks if 'you are hungry now'. In Spanish, 'to be hungry' is expressed with 'tener hambre' (to have hunger).
This question asks if 'you have a pencil'.
¿Cuántos años ___ tú?
The question asks 'How old are you?' directed at 'tú' (you, singular informal), so the correct form is 'tienes'.
¿Qué ___ que hacer hoy?
This sentence means 'What do you have to do today?' using 'tú', thus 'tienes' is correct.
Si ___ hambre, podemos comer ahora.
'If you are hungry, we can eat now.' The 'tú' form for 'to be hungry' (tener hambre) is 'tienes'.
¿Ya ___ los libros que necesitas?
'Do you already have the books you need?' 'Tienes' is the correct form for 'tú'.
Cuando ___ frío, ponte un abrigo.
'When you are cold, put on a coat.' The phrase 'tener frío' (to be cold) uses 'tienes' for 'tú'.
¿___ ganas de ir al cine esta noche?
'Do you feel like going to the cinema tonight?' 'Tener ganas de' (to feel like) uses 'tienes' for 'tú'.
Which sentence correctly uses 'tienes' to ask about possession?
'Tienes' is the second person singular form of 'tener', so it pairs with 'tú'.
Choose the best translation for: "Do you have a fever?"
'Fiebre' means fever in Spanish. 'Tienes' is appropriate for asking about a sensation.
In which sentence does 'tienes' express an obligation?
When 'tener' is followed by 'que' and an infinitive, it expresses an obligation or necessity.
The phrase "¿Tienes ganas de ir?" means "Do you feel like going?".
'Tener ganas de' is a common Spanish idiom meaning 'to feel like' or 'to want to'.
'¿Tienes frío?' is a correct way to ask "Are you cold?".
In Spanish, sensations like cold are expressed with 'tener' (e.g., tener frío, tener calor, tener hambre).
It is grammatically correct to say "¿Tienes mucho dinero?" to ask "Do you have a lot of money?".
'Tienes' is the correct form for 'you' (singular, informal) and 'mucho dinero' correctly means 'a lot of money'.
Someone is asking about weekend plans.
Someone is asking about siblings.
Someone is asking if you are hungry.
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¿Tienes tiempo para hablar ahora?
Focus: Tienes
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¿Cuántos años tienes?
Focus: Cuántos años
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¿Tienes frío?
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Write two sentences using 'tienes' to ask about possession.
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¿Tienes un libro interesante? ¿Tienes una bicicleta nueva?
Write two sentences using 'tienes' to ask about age or a feeling.
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¿Cuántos años tienes? ¿Tienes hambre ahora?
Write two sentences using 'tienes' to ask about an obligation or to form a compound tense.
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¿Tienes que estudiar para el examen? ¿Has comido ya?
Según el texto, ¿qué planes tiene Juan para el sábado?
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María y Juan están hablando. María pregunta: "Juan, ¿tienes planes para el fin de semana?" Juan responde: "Sí, tengo que trabajar el sábado, pero el domingo tengo libre. ¿Tienes alguna idea de qué podemos hacer?" María dice: "¡Sí! ¿Tienes ganas de ir al cine?"
Según el texto, ¿qué planes tiene Juan para el sábado?
Juan menciona: "tengo que trabajar el sábado."
Juan menciona: "tengo que trabajar el sábado."
¿Por qué el amigo no tiene el libro en ese momento?
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Un amigo le pregunta a otro: "¿Tienes el libro que te presté la semana pasada? Lo necesito para un trabajo." El otro amigo responde: "Oh, lo siento, no lo tengo aquí ahora. ¿Tienes tiempo para esperar hasta mañana? Te lo traigo sin falta."
¿Por qué el amigo no tiene el libro en ese momento?
El amigo dice: "no lo tengo aquí ahora," implicando que no lo trajo consigo.
El amigo dice: "no lo tengo aquí ahora," implicando que no lo trajo consigo.
¿Qué sensación tiene la segunda persona?
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En una conversación, una persona dice: "¡Qué frío tienes! Deberías ponerte un abrigo." La otra persona contesta: "Sí, tienes razón, tengo mucho frío. No pensé que haría este tiempo."
¿Qué sensación tiene la segunda persona?
La persona responde: "tengo mucho frío."
La persona responde: "tengo mucho frío."
This phrase asks if someone has time to talk. '¿Tienes' starts the question.
This question asks if someone is hungry after running. '¿Tienes' is used with sensations.
This asks if someone has to go to the supermarket. 'Tener que' indicates obligation.
Oye, Juan, ¿___ tiempo para hablar un momento?
The question is addressed to 'Juan' (you, singular informal), so 'tienes' is the correct conjugation of 'tener'.
Si ___ hambre, podemos ir a comer ahora mismo.
'Si tienes hambre' (If you are hungry) uses the second person singular for a general statement.
Entiendo que ___ mucho trabajo, pero necesito tu ayuda.
The phrase 'necesito tu ayuda' (I need your help) indicates the subject is 'tú' (you, singular informal), so 'tienes' is correct.
¿___ idea de cómo llegar al centro?
This is a direct question to 'you' (singular informal), asking 'Do you have an idea...'.
Dime, ¿___ planes para este fin de semana?
'Dime' (Tell me) implies the question is directed at 'you' (singular informal), making 'tienes' the correct verb.
Es importante que ___ paciencia si quieres aprender bien.
The subjunctive form 'tengas' is required after 'Es importante que' (It is important that) because it expresses a recommendation or necessity.
Which sentence correctly uses 'tienes' to ask about possession?
The question '¿Tú tienes un perro grande?' directly asks about the possession of a large dog, which is a common use of 'tienes'. The other options relate to sensations, age, and obligations.
In which context would 'tienes' be used to express an obligation?
'Tienes que' is often used to express obligation, so 'Cuando dices que necesitas irte pronto' implies 'Tienes que irte pronto'. The other options relate to age, possession, and sensations.
Select the sentence where 'tienes' is used to talk about an age.
'¿Cuántos años tienes?' is the standard way to ask someone's age in Spanish, directly using 'tienes' for age.
'¿Tienes frío?' correctly uses 'tienes' to express a sensation.
In Spanish, sensations like 'frío' (cold) are expressed with 'tener', so '¿Tienes frío?' is correct.
When asking if someone has an appointment, you would use '¿Tienes una cita?'.
This is a correct usage of 'tener' to ask about possession of an appointment, similar to having a physical object.
You can use 'tienes' to form the present perfect tense in Spanish.
The present perfect tense in Spanish is formed with 'haber' (e.g., 'has tenido'), not 'tener'. 'Tener' can be part of compound tenses like 'tener que' + infinitive for obligation, but not the present perfect itself.
The speaker is asking about weekend plans.
The speaker is asking if you have some information.
The speaker is asking if you are hungry.
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¿Tienes tiempo para ayudarme con esto?
Focus: Tienes
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¿Tienes alguna pregunta sobre el proyecto?
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¿Tienes suficiente dinero para el viaje?
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Imagine you are describing your ideal home to a friend. What features does it have? What kind of view does it offer? How many rooms does it have? Use 'tener' multiple times in your description. Write at least 4-5 sentences.
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Mi casa ideal tiene tres habitaciones grandes y dos baños. También tiene una cocina moderna y una sala de estar muy cómoda. Desde la sala, tengo una vista hermosa al mar. Además, tiene un jardín grande con piscina, perfecto para relajarse.
You're at a job interview. The interviewer asks about your skills and experience. Describe what skills and experiences you 'have' that make you a good candidate for the job. Write at least 3-4 sentences.
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Tengo cinco años de experiencia en gestión de proyectos y tengo fuertes habilidades de comunicación. También tengo un profundo conocimiento de software de diseño gráfico. Además, tengo la capacidad de trabajar eficazmente en equipo.
Describe a common problem or challenge people 'have' in your city or country. For example, traffic problems, lack of green spaces, or difficulties finding affordable housing. Use 'tener' to describe the problem. Write at least 3-4 sentences.
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En mi ciudad, tenemos un grave problema con el tráfico en las horas punta. Muchas personas tienen que pasar horas en sus coches. También tenemos dificultad para encontrar viviendas asequibles cerca del centro. La ciudad tiene que mejorar el transporte público.
¿Qué planes tiene Juan en Madrid?
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María y Juan son una pareja joven que acaba de mudarse a Madrid. Tienen muchas expectativas sobre su nueva vida en la capital. María tiene un nuevo trabajo en una agencia de marketing y Juan tiene planes de abrir su propio negocio de café. Ambos tienen que adaptarse a la rutina de la ciudad y a un nuevo círculo social. A pesar de los desafíos, tienen mucha ilusión por lo que les depara el futuro.
¿Qué planes tiene Juan en Madrid?
El pasaje indica que Juan tiene planes de abrir su propio negocio de café.
El pasaje indica que Juan tiene planes de abrir su propio negocio de café.
¿Qué tipo de obras de arte se pueden encontrar en el Museo del Prado?
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El Museo del Prado, ubicado en Madrid, tiene una de las colecciones de arte más importantes del mundo. Tiene obras maestras de artistas como Goya, Velázquez y El Greco. Cada año, millones de visitantes tienen la oportunidad de admirar estas obras. El museo también tiene una rica historia, habiendo sido inaugurado en 1819.
¿Qué tipo de obras de arte se pueden encontrar en el Museo del Prado?
El pasaje menciona que el museo tiene obras maestras de artistas como Goya, Velázquez y El Greco.
El pasaje menciona que el museo tiene obras maestras de artistas como Goya, Velázquez y El Greco.
¿Qué tiene Sofía la próxima semana?
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Sofía es una estudiante universitaria que tiene muchos compromisos. Tiene clases por la mañana, un trabajo a tiempo parcial por la tarde y también tiene que dedicar tiempo a sus estudios. Además, tiene un examen importante la próxima semana, por lo que tiene que organizar muy bien su tiempo. A pesar de todo, ella tiene una actitud positiva y está decidida a tener éxito.
¿Qué tiene Sofía la próxima semana?
El pasaje indica que Sofía tiene un examen importante la próxima semana.
El pasaje indica que Sofía tiene un examen importante la próxima semana.
This sentence asks if you have time to talk, using 'tienes' for possession.
This sentence asks about an obligation, using 'tienes que'.
This sentence asks if you have an idea, using 'tienes' for possession of an abstract concept.
Si ___ la oportunidad de invertir en ese mercado emergente, ¿lo harías sin pensarlo dos veces?
Se usa el imperfecto de subjuntivo para una hipótesis o una situación hipotética en el pasado o presente.
A pesar de que ___ mucho conocimiento sobre el tema, su modestia le impedía alardear de ello.
Se usa el pretérito imperfecto para describir una acción habitual o un estado continuo en el pasado.
Para cuando llegues, ya ___ la cena preparada, así que no te preocupes por cocinar.
Se usa el futuro perfecto para expresar una acción que estará terminada en un momento futuro determinado.
Ojalá ___ la suficiente experiencia para asumir ese puesto de alta responsabilidad.
Se usa el imperfecto de subjuntivo con 'ojalá' para expresar un deseo sobre una situación hipotética o poco probable en el presente o futuro.
No creo que ___ tiempo para visitar todos los museos si solo nos quedamos un día.
Se usa el presente de subjuntivo después de expresiones de duda o negación.
Aunque ___ que trabajar el fin de semana, prometió ir a la fiesta si terminaba temprano.
El imperfecto de subjuntivo se utiliza para expresar una posibilidad o una condición en el pasado.
Choose the most appropriate response: If someone asks you '¿Tienes alguna experiencia en gestión de proyectos?', how would you answer if you have extensive experience?
The question asks if you have experience in project management. The correct answer confirms extensive experience, directly addressing the '¿tienes...?' structure.
Select the best completion: 'Si __________ la oportunidad de invertir en ese mercado, ¿la tomarías?'
The sentence expresses a hypothetical situation ('If you had the opportunity...'), requiring the imperfect subjunctive form 'tuvieras'.
Which sentence correctly uses 'tienes' to express an obligation?
The phrase 'tener que' is used to express obligation, meaning 'to have to'. The other options use 'tener' for possession, age, and sensation, respectively.
In the sentence '¿Tienes ganas de ir al concierto esta noche?', 'tienes' is used to inquire about a desire or inclination.
'Tener ganas de' means 'to feel like' or 'to be eager to', indicating a desire or inclination.
The sentence '¿Tienes una opinión formada sobre la situación política actual?' uses 'tienes' to ask about a physical possession.
In this context, 'tener una opinión formada' means 'to have a formed opinion', referring to a belief or viewpoint, not a physical object.
If someone asks '¿Tienes tiempo para revisar mi propuesta?', they are asking if you possess a physical amount of time.
When asking '¿Tienes tiempo?', the speaker is inquiring about the availability of time, not the physical possession of it. It implies whether one is free or has moments to spare.
Someone is asking about doubts regarding a project.
Someone is asking about weekend plans.
Someone is asking about experience in team management.
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¿Tienes la capacidad de trabajar bajo presión?
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¿Tienes en cuenta todas las variables antes de tomar una decisión?
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¿Tienes confianza en tus habilidades para este nuevo rol?
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You are organizing a team event at work and need to check with a colleague if they have specific skills or equipment. Write a short email asking them two different '¿tienes...?' questions related to the event. Make sure to use formal language appropriate for a professional setting.
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Estimado/a [Nombre del colega], Espero que este correo te encuentre bien. Estoy organizando el próximo evento del equipo y me preguntaba, ¿tienes experiencia en la gestión de proyectos similares o alguna habilidad particular que pueda ser útil? También, ¿tienes algún equipo audiovisual, como un proyector o altavoces, que podamos utilizar? Agradezco de antemano tu colaboración. Saludos cordiales, [Tu Nombre]
You are writing a short story. In a scene, a character is asking their friend about their feelings and concerns regarding a difficult situation. Write a dialogue where the character uses '¿tienes...?' twice to inquire about their friend's emotional state and any specific worries they might have. Focus on natural, empathetic language.
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—Hola, [Nombre del amigo/a]. Te veo un poco pensativo. Dime, ¿tienes algo en mente que te esté preocupando? Y si es así, ¿tienes algún temor particular sobre cómo afrontar esta situación? Sabes que puedes contar conmigo.
Imagine you are a tour guide explaining a historical site to a group. You want to ensure everyone has what they need for the tour. Write two sentences using '¿tienes...?' to ask about necessary items, one related to comfort and the other to information. Ensure the tone is informative and helpful.
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Antes de comenzar nuestro recorrido, ¿tienes alguna pregunta sobre el itinerario de hoy? Y para su comodidad, ¿tienes suficiente agua contigo para la duración de la visita?
¿Qué pregunta le hace el director a los músicos que está directamente relacionada con la 'interpretación de la pieza final'?
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El director de la orquesta, visiblemente nervioso, se dirigió a los músicos antes del concierto. 'Necesito saber si todos están listos. ¿Tienes tus partituras? ¿Tienes alguna duda sobre la interpretación de la pieza final? Es crucial que estemos sincronizados para esta noche.'
¿Qué pregunta le hace el director a los músicos que está directamente relacionada con la 'interpretación de la pieza final'?
La pregunta '¿Tienes alguna duda sobre la interpretación de la pieza final?' se refiere directamente a cómo se tocará la música, lo cual es el significado de 'interpretación'.
La pregunta '¿Tienes alguna duda sobre la interpretación de la pieza final?' se refiere directamente a cómo se tocará la música, lo cual es el significado de 'interpretación'.
¿Cuál es la intención principal del detective al preguntar '¿tienes información relevante sobre lo sucedido la noche del crimen?'?
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Un detective interroga a un testigo clave. 'Necesito la verdad, señor. Dígame, ¿tienes información relevante sobre lo sucedido la noche del crimen? ¿Tienes algún contacto que pueda corroborar tu versión de los hechos? Cada detalle es vital para la investigación.'
¿Cuál es la intención principal del detective al preguntar '¿tienes información relevante sobre lo sucedido la noche del crimen?'?
El detective busca 'información relevante' y enfatiza que 'cada detalle es vital para la investigación', lo que indica su intención de obtener datos cruciales.
El detective busca 'información relevante' y enfatiza que 'cada detalle es vital para la investigación', lo que indica su intención de obtener datos cruciales.
¿Qué sugiere el profesor al decir '¿tienes alguna pregunta específica sobre la teoría que acabamos de discutir?'?
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En un aula universitaria, el profesor se dirige a un estudiante que parece confundido. 'Veo que tienes una expresión de incertidumbre. ¿Tienes alguna pregunta específica sobre la teoría que acabamos de discutir? Es importante que aclares cualquier punto antes de pasar al siguiente tema.'
¿Qué sugiere el profesor al decir '¿tienes alguna pregunta específica sobre la teoría que acabamos de discutir?'?
El profesor anima al estudiante a 'aclarar cualquier punto' y a hacer 'preguntas específicas', lo que implica que el estudiante debe vocalizar sus dudas para lograr una mejor comprensión.
El profesor anima al estudiante a 'aclarar cualquier punto' y a hacer 'preguntas específicas', lo que implica que el estudiante debe vocalizar sus dudas para lograr una mejor comprensión.
Si ___ la oportunidad de cambiar una cosa de tu pasado, ¿cuál sería?
Se usa el subjuntivo imperfecto 'tuvieras' porque se refiere a una situación hipotética en el pasado, introducida por 'Si'.
A pesar de que ___ un doctorado en física nuclear, su humildad es asombrosa.
La expresión 'A pesar de que' introduce una concesión que, aunque no es una duda directa, a menudo va acompañada del subjuntivo para enfatizar la naturaleza contrafactual o sorprendente de la situación.
Ojalá que ___ resuelto ese dilema antes de la reunión, pero no fue así.
La expresión 'Ojalá que' seguida de un deseo o lamento sobre el pasado requiere el pluscuamperfecto de subjuntivo ('hubieras tenido').
Sería imperativo que ___ en cuenta las repercusiones a largo plazo de tus decisiones.
La expresión impersonal 'Sería imperativo que' requiere el subjuntivo. En este caso, el imperfecto de subjuntivo ('tuvieras') es apropiado para una sugerencia o recomendación en un contexto condicional.
No creo que ___ la capacidad de prever todas las eventualidades, por muy experto que seas.
La negación de la creencia ('No creo que') siempre requiere el uso del subjuntivo. Por lo tanto, 'tengas' es la forma correcta.
Era fundamental que ___ los recursos necesarios para ejecutar el proyecto con éxito.
La expresión 'Era fundamental que' introduce una obligación o necesidad pasada, lo que requiere el imperfecto de subjuntivo ('tuvieras').
If you want to inquire about someone's age in Spanish, which of the following is the most appropriate question structure using 'tener'?
The correct and most natural way to ask someone's age in Spanish is '¿Cuántos años tienes?'. The verb 'tener' is used to express age, literally meaning 'to have' a certain number of years. '¿Qué edad eres?' is incorrect because 'ser' is not used for age. '¿Cuántos años tienes de edad?' is redundant. '¿Tienes cuántos años?' is grammatically awkward.
When expressing a physical sensation like hunger, which sentence correctly uses 'tener'?
In Spanish, 'tener' is used for many physical sensations, including hunger ('hambre'). So, 'Tengo hambre' (I am hungry/I have hunger) is the correct expression. 'Soy hambre' uses 'ser' incorrectly for a temporary state. 'Estoy hambriento' is grammatically correct but less common than 'Tengo hambre' for expressing hunger directly. 'Me siento hambre' is incorrect as 'sentir' would typically be followed by an adjective or a noun with a preposition.
Which sentence correctly uses 'tener' to express an obligation?
'Tener que' followed by an infinitive is a common way to express obligation in Spanish, meaning 'to have to'. While 'debes estudiar' (you should study) and 'necesitas estudiar' (you need to study) are also correct, 'Tienes que estudiar' directly uses the target verb 'tener' in the context of an obligation, as specified by the question. 'Es necesario estudiar' is an impersonal construction.
The phrase '¿Tienes frío?' correctly asks if someone is feeling cold.
True. In Spanish, 'tener frío' (to have cold) is the correct way to express feeling cold, just as 'tener calor' is for feeling hot.
The sentence 'Tienes un nuevo coche' means 'You are a new car'.
False. 'Tienes un nuevo coche' means 'You have a new car'. 'Tener' implies possession. 'Ser' would be used to state what someone is, but not in this context for inanimate objects or possession.
In Spanish, to ask 'Do you have to go?', you can say '¿Tienes que ir?'.
True. 'Tener que + infinitive' is the correct structure to express obligation or necessity, meaning 'to have to do something'. So, '¿Tienes que ir?' is a perfectly natural and correct way to ask 'Do you have to go?'.
The speaker is asking if you have any objection to their financial restructuring proposal.
The speaker is asking if you have any idea of the geopolitical implications of a decision.
The speaker is asking if you have the insight to discern true intentions.
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¿Tienes la entereza de espíritu para afrontar las vicisitudes del destino con inquebrantable fortaleza?
Focus: entereza, vicisitudes, inquebrantable
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¿Tienes la capacidad de abstracción para comprender los intrincados pormenores de la mecánica cuántica?
Focus: abstracción, intrincados, pormenores, cuántica
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¿Tienes la sagacidad para desentrañar los arcanos de la filosofía existencialista?
Focus: sagacidad, desentrañar, arcanos, existencialista
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This sentence structure places the subject 'Tú' (you) first, followed by the adverb 'siempre' (always), then the verb 'dices' (say/tell) conjugated for 'tú', and finally the direct object 'la verdad' (the truth). This is a common and natural order for declarative sentences in Spanish.
The phrase 'Lo que' (what/that which) acts as a subject here. 'Nunca sabes' (you never know) is a subordinate clause. The verb 'es' (is) connects this subject to the adjective 'suficiente' (enough). The structure emphasizes the idea that what is unknown is always vast.
This sentence begins with the reflexive verb 'acordarse' (to remember) conjugated for 'tú'. 'Cuando' (when) introduces a temporal clause. 'Bailaste' (you danced) is the verb, followed by the prepositional phrase 'conmigo' (with me). 'La primera vez' (the first time) specifies when the action occurred.
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Summary
'¿tienes?' is how you ask 'do you have?' to a single person you know well.
- informal singular 'you'
- possession, age, sensations
- asking questions
¿tienes? means do you have?
Literally, ¿tienes? means 'do you have?' or 'are you having?'. It's the 'tú' form of the verb tener (to have).
Use ¿tienes? for possession
You use ¿tienes? to ask about possession. For example, ¿tienes un coche? (Do you have a car?).
Use ¿tienes? for age
In Spanish, you 'have' years. So, ¿cuántos años tienes? (How many years do you have?) means 'How old are you?'
Use ¿tienes? for feelings/sensations
You also 'have' certain feelings or sensations. For instance, ¿tienes hambre? (Do you have hunger?) means 'Are you hungry?' or ¿tienes frío? (Do you have cold?) means 'Are you cold?'
