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Spanish Phrase

Tiene una rampa para subir.

/ˈtje.ne uˈna ˈɾam.pa ˈpa.ɾa suˈβiɾ/
Meaning"It has a ramp for going up."
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Meaning

The sentence states that a place or object possesses a ramp that can be used to go up. It is often used when describing accessibility features in buildings, vehicles, or outdoor areas.

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When to use

Use this phrase when you want to point out that a location is equipped with a ramp for people who need to ascend, such as a public building, a house, a bus, or a park.

Grammar Breakdown

Tieneunarampaparasubir.

1

Tiene (tener)

Third‑person singular present of 'tener', used to indicate possession or existence.

2

una (indefinite article)

Feminine singular indefinite article, agrees with the noun 'rampa'.

3

para + infinitive

The preposition 'para' followed by an infinitive expresses purpose or intention.

4

subir (infinitive)

Infinitive form of the verb meaning 'to go up' or 'to climb'.

🗨In Conversation

A

¿Este edificio es accesible para personas en silla de ruedas?

Is this building accessible for wheelchair users?

Sí, tiene una rampa para subir.

Yes, it has a ramp for going up.

B

Common Mistakes

  • Es una rampa para subir.

    Use 'tiene' (have) instead of 'es' (is) because you are describing possession, not identity.

  • Tiene una rampa para subiendo.

    After 'para' you need the infinitive form, not the gerund.

  • Tiene unas rampas para subir.

    The noun is singular because the article is 'una'.

Alternatives

  • Cuenta con una rampa para subir.

    It features a ramp for going up.

  • Dispone de una rampa para subir.

    It provides a ramp for going up.

  • Hay una rampa para subir.

    There is a ramp for going up.

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Cultural Tip

In many Spanish‑speaking countries, accessibility is increasingly regulated, and the word 'rampa' is commonly used in public signage. When speaking formally, you might hear 'acceso sin barreras' or 'rampa de acceso' instead of just 'rampa'.