To talk about having something or needing something in Spanish, we use the verb "tener," which means "to have." Let’s look at the basic forms of "tener" in the present tense:

1. Yo tengo - "I have"
   Example: Yo tengo un libro. (I have a book.)

2. Tú tienes - "You have" (informal)
   Example: Tú tienes una bicicleta. (You have a bicycle.)

3. Él/Ella/Usted tiene - "He/She/You (formal) have"
   Example: Ella tiene una casa. (She has a house.)
   Example: Usted tiene un coche. (You have a car.)

Important Points:

• "Tener" is an irregular verb. This means it doesn’t follow the usual rules like other verbs.
• Use "tú" in casual situations, like when you’re with friends or family.
• Use "usted" when you want to be polite or formal, especially when talking to someone you don’t know well.

Practice:

Try making your own sentences with "tener." Here are some examples:

• Yo tengo una mascota. (I have a pet.)
• Tú tienes un lápiz. (You have a pencil.)

Once you get used to these forms, it will be easier to talk about what you own and your relationships in Spanish!