What is the Spanish word for "possess"?

Learn how to say "possess" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

possess

Spanish

poseer

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Alternative translations of "possess"

tener
contar con
disponer de

Examples of how to use "possess" in Spanish

English
What special skills do you possess?
Spanish
¿Qué habilidades especiales posees?
English
I possess a small collection of stamps.
Spanish
Poseo una pequeña colección de sellos.
English
She possessed an old, valuable necklace.
Spanish
Ella poseía un collar antiguo y valioso.
English
They are possessing many useful skills today.
Spanish
Ellos están adquiriendo muchas habilidades útiles hoy en día.
English
We have possessed this house for years.
Spanish
Hemos poseído esta casa durante años.

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