/po.seˈeɾ/
Translation
to possess, to own
Word origin
From Latin possidere ('to have, to hold'), from potis ('able, master') plus sedere ('to sit'). The same root gives English 'possess' and 'possession'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- possidere
- English cognates
- possess, possession
Grammar
Irregular verb. A full conjugation table for irregular verbs is coming soon. For now, use a reference like Wordreference or RAE.
Examples
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That family owns several houses on the coast.
buen .
For the position you have to possess a good level of English.
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The museum possesses a unique collection of ancient art.
¿ buen ?
What qualities do you think a good leader should possess?
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No one can possess the truth completely.
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