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Poder

Definition

(noun) The ability to control, influence, or exert authority; sometimes referring to electricity

“La tormenta causó un corte de poder en varios vecindarios.”

The storm caused a power outage in several neighborhoods.

“No tengo poder para cambiar eso.”
I don't have the power to change that.
“El alcalde perdió poder después del escándalo.”
The mayor lost power after the scandal.
“En casa de mi abuela, el poder se fue otra vez a las ocho.”
At my grandma's place, the power went out again at eight.
“Ana reunió poder suficiente para decirle que no a su jefe.”
Ana found the strength to say no to her boss.

Other Spanish words at this level include Diseñador, Preguntarse, Lo Que Sea, Por cierto, and Ver. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.

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