No. 2,461 in Spanish

tener

"To have" or "to possess."

In a sentence

Tengo un libro interesante para leer.
I have an interesting book to read.
Indicates possession of an object.
Tienes que estudiar para el examen mañana.
You have to study for tomorrow's exam.
Used to express obligation followed by 'que' and an infinitive verb.
Ellos tienen hambre después de jugar fútbol.
They are hungry after playing soccer.
Used to express physical states or feelings.

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