🇪🇸 How to say

“to have” in Spanish

tener
Illustration of "to have" in a Spanish cultural setting
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Usage note

Tener is used for possession, age, and obligations—like saying 'I have to' (tengo que). It's one of the most common verbs in Spanish, so master it early!

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