Grammar game

tener or haber?

Hard

Each sentence needs tener or haber. Pick the right one and learn the rule.

Score Q / 🔥

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How to play

  1. You're shown a Spanish sentence with a blank and an English translation — decide whether it needs tener or haber.
  2. Tap the option you think fits; the blank fills in and the sentence is read aloud.
  3. A short rule explains why tener or haber is correct, so the difference sticks.
  4. Work through the round and aim for a flawless score, then play again to lock it in.

Spanish sentences you'll practice

Every sentence in this free Spanish game, with its English translation.

  • Tengo un coche. I have a car.
  • Ya he comido. I have eaten already.
  • Tiene dolor de cabeza. She has a headache.
  • Ha llegado. She has arrived.
  • Tenemos tres hijos. We have three children.
  • Hemos terminado el proyecto. We have finished the project.
  • Tengo hambre. I'm hungry. (I have hunger.)
  • Nunca han estado en España. They have never been to Spain.
  • Tienes que estudiar más. You have to study more.
  • ¿Has visto mis llaves? Have you seen my keys?

Questions

Is this Spanish grammar game free?

Yes — it plays in your browser with no sign-up. Sign in only if you want to save the sentences to your review deck and track your best score.

What's the difference between tener and haber?

They're easy to mix up. Each question shows the rule after you answer, so across a round you'll see the main cases for both and build a feel for which to use.