tener en mente

tener en mente(
teh
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nehr
 
ehn
 
mehn
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teh
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A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
transitive verb phrase
a. to have in mind
Es un proyecto que he tenido en mente desde hace años, y por fin puedo ponerlo en marcha.It's a project I've had in mind for years, and I can finally set it in motion.
b. to be thinking of
El negocio va viento en popa, y tenemos en mente ampliar la plantilla.The business is going very nicely, and we're thinking of increasing our workforce.
c. to intend
Tenía en mente regar las plantas, pero me olvidé.I intended to water the plants, but I forgot.
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