How to use this word
Verb
Use tiene where English would use the same idea, but remember: Spanish shows person and tense on the verb. You may see tiene after conjugated verbs (for example with gustar-type patterns) or with structures like ir a + infinitive and tener que + infinitive.
Example sentences
Tiene el pelo largo y los ojos verdes.She has long hair and green eyes.
Mi abuelo es rico — tiene tres casas.My grandfather is rich — he has three houses.
FAQ
What does tiene mean in Spanish?
he/she has (introduced in Chapter 2 in Chapurra).
How do you use tiene in a sentence?
See the example cards above, then practice the chapter in Chapurra. Your textbook may add dialect notes your instructor prefers.
What chapter is tiene in?
Chapurra introduces it in Chapter 2. Open the chapter overview for the full lesson path.