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    Hay (en. There is/are)

    /ai/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Indicates the existence of something in a specific place.
    There is a book on the table.
    En la mesa hay un libro.
    It is used to express the quantity of something that exists.
    There are many fruits in the fridge.
    En la nevera hay muchas frutas.
    It serves to introduce the existence of objects or people in a conversation.
    There are a lot of people at the party.
    En la fiesta hay mucha gente.

    Etymology

    From Latin habēre.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    one must
    expresses the need to do something.
    hay que
    no need to mention it
    indicates that it is not necessary to give thanks.
    no hay de qué
    there is a reason
    used to introduce a justification.
    hay una razón

    Related Words

    to have
    verb that indicates the existence or the action of possessing.
    haber
    exists
    indicates that something has reality.
    existe

    Slang Meanings

    It is used to indicate that something is present in a colloquial conversation.
    There is a good vibe among friends.
    Aquí hay buen rollo entre los amigos.
    It is used in informal situations to emphasize quantity.
    There is a ton of food on the table!
    ¡Hay un montón de comida en la mesa!