Tenerle (en. Have it)
/teˈneɾle/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To imply that one has appreciation or consideration for someone.
I have a lot of affection for my grandmother.
Le tengo mucho cariño a mi abuela.
To feel affection, respect, or esteem for someone.
I have always respected the elders.
Siempre le he tenido respeto a los mayores.
To be willing to help or attend to someone.
I take you into account for the project.
Te tengo en cuenta para el proyecto.
Etymology
From the verb 'tener' with the formation of the pronoun 'le' as an indirect object.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to have affection for someone
To feel affection towards someone.
tenerle cariño
to have respect for someone
To feel consideration or reverence towards someone.
tenerle respeto
to take someone into account
To consider someone for a decision or action.
tenerle en cuenta
Related Words
tener
To possess something.
tener
le
Pronoun that indicates the action is directed towards a person.
le
Slang Meanings
To have something under control.
Don’t worry, I’ve got it under control.
No te preocupes, ya lo tengo le.
To be loyal to someone.
I always have loyalty to him, no matter what happens.
Siempre le tengo le, no importa lo que pase.