Tenme (en. Have me)

/ˈten.me/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

verb

Expression of the action of holding something.

Hold on a moment while I look for the key.

Tenme un momento mientras busco la llave.

To request that someone possesses or keeps something for a time.

Hold the book while I read the back cover.

Tenme el libro mientras leo la contraportada.

Used to ask for assistance or emotional support.

Keep me in your thoughts.

Tenme presente en tus pensamientos.

From the verb 'tener', which comes from the Latin 'tenere'.

have patience with me

Asking someone to be understanding or tolerant.

tenme paciencia

take me into account

Requesting that someone be considered in a decision.

tenme en cuenta

keep me informed

Asking to keep someone informed about a situation.

tenme informado

have

Verb indicating the action of owning something.

tener

fork

Utensil used for eating that holds food.

tenedor

possession

Act of possessing or keeping something.

tenencia

"Tenme" would be a colloquial term used among friends to ask for help.

I’m a bit lost, help me if you can.

Estoy un poco perdido, tenme si puedes.

"Tenme a la vista" can mean to keep an eye on someone.

When we go out, I always tell you to keep me in sight.

Cuando salimos, siempre te digo que tenme a la vista.