How is the word tener translated from Spanish to English

English translation
to have
verb

Poseer o llevar algo consigo.

To own or hold something.

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  • Tengo dos hermanos. — I have two brothers.

  • ¿Tiene balcón tu piso? — Does your flat have a balcony?

  • Tienen una tienda pequeña cerca del mercado. — They have a small shop near the market.

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