FACTS ABOUT TENER

​The infinitive form of TENER = to have

Tener is an irregular verb

• It does not follow the regular /er/ ending pattern

• The stem changes in Tú, El, Ella, Ud., Ellos, Ellas, Uds. form

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Using TENER

​Tener is used to show owernership/relationship

Tengo dos hermanas- I have two sisters.

Tengo una bicicleta - I have a bicycle.

Tengo un lapiz. - I have a lapiz.

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Using TENER

​Tener is used to express age.

Cuantos años tienes? -How old are you?

Tengo quince años. - I am 15 years old.

Important: tener acts like a "be verb" when referring to age

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Using TENER

​Tener is used to express a physical need.

Tengo sed. - I am thirsty.

Tengo hambre. - I am hungry.

Tengo sueño. -I am tired.

*Important: tener acts like a "be ver" when expressing a need.

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Using TENER

Tener is used to as a colloquialism (unique cultural saying) when concerned or surprised

• Que tienes? What is wrong with you!?!? Have you lost your mind!

Subject | Subject

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Using TENER

Tener + que is used when you "have to do something"

Tengo que hablar con mi profesor - I have to talk with my teacher.

Mi hermano tiene que estudiar. My brother has to study.

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