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Question

I need help with a personal for a Spanish EOC review. What are two verbs that do not require the use of a personal?

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Answer 1

The personal a is not used after the verb tener, unless it is used to mean “enrolled in”, "held in" or “located in” etc.

Tengo tres hijos. I have three children.

Tengo a tres hijos en esa escuela. I have three children (enrolled) in that school.

Tengo a mi bebe en los brazos. I'm holding my daughter in my arms.

Answer 2

The Verbs "Tener" & "Hay".

• Do not use the personal “a” after the verb “tener” or any form of “hay” (from haber).

• There is an exception to this rule where the direct object of “tener” means to hold or to have someone physically or emotionally close to you.

• Cuando necesitan consuelo y apoyo, tengo a mis niños en los brazos. When they need comfort and support I have my young children in my arms.

• Tengo cuatro hijos y solo un marido. I have four children and only one husband.