Identify

• The verb [HABER] has many functions. It is an irregular verb.
• Indicate the existence of people, places, and things.

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• LEAF Spanish Grammar: Vowels and Vowel Sounds

60-Second Spanish Grammar Lesson

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HAY means “there is” or “there are”, and often talks about people or things!

¿Hay espacio en la clase?
Is there space in the class?

No, no hay espacio en la clase
No, there is no space in the class.

HAY can also be used in asking questions, meaning “is there?” or “are there?”

¿Hay un libro de español aquí?
Is there a Spanish book here?

¿Hay muchos estudiantes en la clase?
Are there many students in the class?

When using HAY with numbers / quantities, you do NOT need an article.

Hay veintitrés estudiantes en la clase.
There are twenty-three students in the class.

Hay dos libros en mi mochila.
There are two books in my backpack.

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• LEAF 60-Second Spanish Grammar Lesson Index

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• YouTube/SeñorJordan: HAY (there is/there are)
• YouTube/Howcast: How to use HAY
• YouTube/SpanishIsYourAmigo: HAY

Quizlet Activity

• The Verb Form [HAY] – Examples
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