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    Puissance (en. Power)

    /pɥi.sɑ̃s/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Force, capacity to do or act.
    The power of an engine is essential for the functioning of the car.
    La puissance d'un moteur est essentielle pour le fonctionnement de la voiture.
    Power or authority in a political or military context.
    The economic power of a country can influence international relations.
    La puissance économique d'un pays peut influencer les relations internationales.
    Intensity or strength in a scientific context.
    The power of a laser depends on its energy source.
    La puissance d'un laser dépend de sa source d'énergie.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'potentia', which means power or strength.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    firepower
    Military capacity to inflict damage.
    puissance de feu
    public authority
    The capacity of a state to exercise its authority.
    puissance publique
    computing power
    The ability of a computer to process data.
    puissance de calcul

    Related Words

    potential
    Who has the capacity to exist or manifest.
    potentielle
    powerful
    Who has great strength or power.
    puissant
    impetuosity
    Characteristic of what is violent and powerful.
    impétuosité

    Slang Meanings

    In slang, refers to someone very charismatic or influential.
    This business leader has real power, everyone follows him.
    Ce chef d'entreprise a une vraie puissance, tout le monde le suit.
    Used to describe a person with great energy.
    This girl has incredible power on stage.
    Cette fille a une puissance incroyable sur scène.