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Phrases Using 'Tener' (1/2)

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Phrases Using 'Tener'

'Tener' is used to create certain expressions and phrases. There are 12 that you need to know.

Illustrative background for Tener lugar - to take placeIllustrative background for Tener lugar - to take place ?? "content

Tener lugar - to take place

  • La historia tiene lugar en el siglo XVIII.
    • The story takes place in the 18th century.
Illustrative background for Tener que - to have to Illustrative background for Tener que - to have to  ?? "content

Tener que - to have to

  • Tengo que hacer mis deberes.
    • I have to do my homework.
Illustrative background for Tener razón - to be rightIllustrative background for Tener razón - to be right ?? "content

Tener razón - to be right

  • Tengo que admitir que tienes razón.
    • I have to admit that you are right.
Illustrative background for Tener prisa - to be in a hurryIllustrative background for Tener prisa - to be in a hurry ?? "content

Tener prisa - to be in a hurry

  • Ellos parecen tener prisa.
    • They seem to be in a hurry.
Illustrative background for Tener calor/frío - to be hot/coldIllustrative background for Tener calor/frío - to be hot/cold ?? "content

Tener calor/frío - to be hot/cold

  • Tenemos frío.
    • We are cold.
  • Tiene calor.
    • She is hot.

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