tive

tive

"Tive" means "I had" in English.

Here, tive is the past tense of the verb 'ter', used to express possession ('to have') in the statement.

Eu tive uma ideia incrível para o projeto ontem.

I had an amazing idea for the project yesterday.

In this instance, tive is used in combination with 'que' to indicate a necessity or obligation ('had to').

Tive que sair mais cedo do trabalho por causa de um compromisso.

I had to leave work earlier due to an appointment.

The use of tive here expresses possession of a feeling or state ('to have interest') in the past, using the first person singular.

Nunca tive tanto interesse em aprender uma nova habilidade.

I have never had so much interest in learning a new skill.