Example: Tengo claro que estudiar es importante para el futuro.
Definition
"Tener claro" means to be certain or sure about something, having a clear understanding or firm conviction about a fact or decision. For example, in the phrase "Tengo claro que estudiar es importante para el futuro," it indicates a confident awareness of the importance of studying for the future.
Translations
to be clear about
duidelijk voor ogen hebben
tenir clar
avoir les idées claires
klar vor Augen haben
Etymology
The phrase "tener claro" comes from the Spanish verb "tener" meaning "to have," combined with the adjective "claro," meaning "clear." Together, they figuratively express the state of having clarity in one's mind. Did you know? This expression metaphorically links the idea of possession ('tener') with mental clarity ('claro') to convey certainty.
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"Tener claro" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (A2) - parte 1", containing 106 commonly used expressions.
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to be clear about