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    Tienen (en. Have)

    /ˈtjen/ (tiene)

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To possess something.
    They have a big house.
    Ellos tienen una casa grande.
    To be obligated to have.
    They have to study for the exam.
    Tienen que estudiar para el examen.
    To experience a condition.
    They are afraid of flying.
    Ellos tienen miedo de volar.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'habere', which means to have or possess.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    they are right
    They are correct.
    tienen razón
    they are hungry
    They feel the need to eat.
    tienen hambre
    they are afraid
    They feel fear.
    tienen miedo

    Related Words

    to have
    Verb that means to possess.
    tener
    possession
    Action of having something.
    tenencia
    fork
    Person who possesses a right.
    tenedor

    Slang Meanings

    To be well prepared or ready.
    She has everything under control.
    Ella tiene todo bajo control.
    To have an attitude or stance.
    He has the right attitude for the job.
    Él tiene la actitud correcta para el trabajo.