/poˈtente/
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Translation
powerful
Word origin
From Latin potens, potentem ('able, powerful'), the present participle of posse ('to be able'). The same root gives English 'potent' and 'potential'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- potentem
- English cognates
- potent, potential
Grammar
Masc pluralpotentes
Examples
.
The car has a very powerful engine.
ordenador editar .
We need a more powerful computer to edit video.
emocionó .
He gave a powerful speech that moved everyone.
emite .
The torch gives off a powerful light.
medicamento , tómalo .
It is a potent medicine, take it carefully.
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