This is the 796th most frequent French word.
tenir
"Tenir" means "to hold" in English.
'Tenir' is used as 'to hold' to indicate possessing or grasping something physically.
Je tiens un verre d'eau dans ma main.
I am holding a glass of water in my hand.
'Tenir' is used as 'to keep' to express fulfilling or adhering to something such as a promise.
Il tient toujours ses promesses.
He always keeps his promises.
'Tenir' is used as 'to hold' in a metaphorical sense, referring to the structural integrity or endurance of the bridge.