tener — Subjunctive (Subjuntivo)
to have
The subjunctive conjugation of tener (irregular go-verb + stem-changing, ranked #3). Used in clauses expressing wishes, doubt, emotion, or uncertainty — typically after que. Triggers: querer, esperar, dudar, ojalá.
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Practice for free ↗ | Pronoun | Subjunctive conjugation |
|---|---|
| yo | tenga * |
| tú | tengas * |
| él/ella/Ud. | tenga * |
| nosotros | tengamos * |
| vosotros | tengáis * |
| ellos/ellas/Uds. | tengan * |
* Red forms deviate from the regular -er subjunctive pattern.
Example sentence
Quiero que tengas cuidado.
I want you to be careful.
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