Tenerla (en. Have it)
/teˈneɾ.la/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
Management of having something in possession.
She has it in her purse.
Ella la tiene en su bolso.
To maintain a situation or state.
I can't keep it a secret any longer.
No puedo tenerla en secreto más tiempo.
To reflect an emotion or attitude towards something.
She always has it with enthusiasm.
Siempre la tiene con entusiasmo.
Etymology
It comes from the verb 'tener', which means to possess or maintain.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to have it clear
To have a clear idea or understanding of something.
tenerla clara
to keep it in mind
To consider something when making a decision.
tenerla en cuenta
to have it tough
To be in a complicated situation.
tenerla difícil
Related Words
tener
Verb that means to possess or hold something.
tener
sostenerla
To keep something in a certain position.
sostenerla
retenerla
To conserve something and not let it go.
retenerla
Slang Meanings
To be in love with someone.
When I see him, I have it.
Cuando lo veo, la tengo.
To be aware of a situation.
Don't worry, I already have it.
No te preocupes, ya la tengo.