Tenerlo (en. Have it)

/teˈneɾlo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Indicates the action of possessing or keeping something in hand or in mind.
He can't have it all in his life.
Él no puede tenerlo todo en su vida.
It is used to express that someone has to deal with a situation or a problem.
You must keep it in mind before deciding.
Debes tenerlo en cuenta antes de decidir.
Used to refer to having something under control or dominance.
She has everything under control, so don't worry.
Ella tiene todo bajo control, así que no te preocupes.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'have' with the preposition 'it', referring to a previously mentioned object or situation.

Common Phrases and Expressions

have it easy
To be in a favorable or comfortable situation.
tenerlo fácil
have it clear
To understand a situation or matter well.
tenerlo claro
have everything under control
To have the situation or matters in order.
tenerlo todo bajo control

Related Words

have
Verb that means to possess or maintain.
tener
possession
Action of having something, possession.
tenencia
had
Past participle of the verb have, indicates something that has been possessed.
tenido

Slang Meanings

To have something in hand.
I have it in my hand, I can use it whenever I want.
Lo tengo en la mano, puedo usarlo cuando quiera.
To be in a romantic relationship.
He has her, they've been a couple for a long time.
Él la tiene a ella, son pareja desde hace tiempo.