la
/poˈtenθja/ ES
/poˈtensja/ MX
Translation
power, strength
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Word origin
From Latin potentia ('power, might'), from potens, the present participle of posse ('to be able'). The same root gives English 'potent' and 'potential'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- potentia
- English cognates
- potent, potential
Grammar
Examples
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The engine has a lot of power.
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China is a great world power.
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The power of the wind moved the boat.
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This computer has more power than the previous one.
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The power of the sun gives us energy.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 29, lesson 4: potencia, raya, cigarro and 7 more words.