No. 135 in German
hätten
"Hätten" is the subjunctive form of "haben" meaning "would have."
In a sentence
Wir hätten gern einen Tisch für zwei Personen.
We would like a table for two people.
The word 'hätten' in this sentence indicates a polite request or desire in a subjunctive mood, typically in formal or polite communications.
Wenn wir mehr Zeit hätten, könnten wir länger bleiben.
If we had more time, we could stay longer.
Here, 'hätten' is used in a conditional sentence to indicate a hypothetical situation or unreal condition.
Hätten Sie heute Nachmittag Zeit?
Would you have time this afternoon?
In this question, 'hätten' is used as part of a polite question, asking about the availability or possibility politely and formally.
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