Spanish phrase

¿~ tiene ~?

Meaning

Does ___ have ___?

When to use it

Asks if someone possesses or is carrying something. Used to check ownership or whether someone has an item on them in casual or polite speech.

Example dialogue

¿María tiene el libro?

Does María have the book?

Sí, lo tiene en su bolso.

Yes, she has it in her bag.

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