Spanish Phrase
¿Qué tienes para hoy?
Meaning
This phrase is a versatile way to ask someone about their schedule, plans, or even what they have prepared for the day. It is highly flexible and can refer to work tasks, social activities, or even items someone might be bringing to a gathering.
When to use
Use this in casual or semi-formal settings to check in on someone's availability or to ask about their daily agenda. It is also a common way to ask a waiter about daily specials in some regions.
✦Grammar Breakdown
¿Quétienesparahoy?
Tener (tienes)
This is the informal second-person singular of the verb 'tener'. Use it when speaking to friends, family, or peers.
Para
In this context, 'para' indicates a timeframe or a point of reference in the future, marking the specific day being discussed.
🗨In Conversation
¿Qué tienes para hoy?
What do you have for today?
Tengo mucho trabajo por la mañana, pero estoy libre después.
I have a lot of work in the morning, but I am free afterwards.
✕Common Mistakes
¿Qué tienes por hoy?
Use 'para' to indicate a destination in time; 'por' would imply duration or 'throughout' the day incorrectly here.
Que tienes para hoy?
Always include the accent mark on 'Qué' when it is used as an interrogative pronoun in a question.
↔Alternatives
¿Qué planes tienes?
What plans do you have?
¿Qué hay para hoy?
What is there for today?
Cultural Tip
In many Spanish-speaking countries, asking about someone's day is a common social lubricant. It shows interest in the person's life beyond just a simple 'hello' and is frequently used among colleagues during morning coffee breaks.