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How to Say ‘I have an appointment’ in Spain Spanish

Tengo cita

TEN-goh SEE-tah

[TEN-goh SEE-tah]

💬 Usage Tip: Spanish leaves out the 'an' here: tengo cita, not tengo una cita. The same goes for tengo hora "I have an appointment" (also common in Spain).

Phrase Breakdown

Tengo

[TEN-goh]

I have

First person singular of tener; used to express possession, plans, or obligations.

Example

Tengo disponibilidad el viernes por la tarde.

I am available on Friday afternoon.

cita

[SEE-tah]

appointment

A scheduled meeting, e.g. with a doctor or hairdresser; also a date.

Example

Tengo cita con el médico.

I have an appointment with the doctor.

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