No. 955 in Portuguese
tenham
The word "tenham" is the subjunctive present form of "ter" (to have) for "eles," "elas," or "vocês," meaning "may have" or "have" depending on context.
In a sentence
Que eles tenham sucesso em seus estudos.
May they have success in their studies.
The verb 'tenham' is in the present subjunctive mood, expressing a wish or desire for 'them' to succeed in their studies.
Espero que vocês tenham entendido a explicação.
I hope you have understood the explanation.
Here, 'tenham' is in the present subjunctive mood, showing a desire or expectation about the action having been understood.
É importante que elas tenham acesso às ferramentas adequadas.
It's important that they have access to the appropriate tools.
In this sentence, 'tenham' appears in the present subjunctive to indicate a necessity or condition related to 'them' having access.
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