Language
Spanish
Level
A0
Unit
Palabras auxiliares y verbos principales
Practice types
0

What this grammar point covers

In Spanish, 'hay' is used to say that something exists or is present.

When to use it

Use 'hay' to say what is or is not present in a place.

Key forms

  • hay + singular noun
  • hay + plural noun
  • no hay + noun
  • ¿hay + noun?

Examples

Hay un libro en la mesa.

English: There is a book on the table.

Hay tres ventanas en la habitación.

English: There are three windows in the room.

No hay leche.

English: There isn't any milk.

¿Hay preguntas?

English: Are there any questions?

Tips

  • 'Hay' is used for both singular and plural nouns.
  • To make it negative, use 'no hay'.
  • For questions, just add question marks: ¿Hay...?

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