Tuviese (en. Had)

/tuˈβjese/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Form of the verb 'to have' in the first or third person singular of the past subjunctive mood.
If I had the time, I would go to the movies.
Si tuviese el tiempo, iría al cine.
Hypothetical use of possession in the past.
If she had more experience, she would get the job.
Si ella tuviese más experiencia, conseguiría el trabajo.
Expression of an unfulfilled condition related to having.
If you had more money, you could travel.
Si tú tuvieses más dinero, podrías viajar.

Etymology

From the Latin verb 'tenere', meaning 'to have'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

If I had
It is used to pose a hypothetical situation.
Si tuviese

Related Words

to have
Verb that indicates the action of possessing something.
tener
had
Form of the verb 'to have' in the past, indicative.
tenía

Slang Meanings

It is used in informal contexts to express unfulfilled wishes.
If I had the opportunity, I wouldn't hesitate.
Si tuviese la oportunidad, no lo dudaría.
Used in colloquial phrases to represent imaginary situations.
As if I had my life figured out.
Como si tuviese la vida resuelta.