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    Pode (en. Can)

    /ˈpo.ðe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    It is used to express the possibility or ability to do something.
    She can go to the party tonight.
    Ella puede ir a la fiesta esta noche.
    Indicates permission to do something.
    You can use my car.
    Tú puedes usar mi coche.
    Refers to a skill or ability that someone possesses.
    He can play the guitar very well.
    Él puede tocar la guitarra muy bien.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'posse', which means 'to be able'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    you can count on me
    Indicates that someone is willing to help.
    puedes contar conmigo
    I can't anymore
    Expresses that someone has reached their limit.
    no puedo más
    I can do it
    Expresses the capacity or willingness to complete a task.
    puedo hacerlo

    Related Words

    power
    Ability or strength to do something.
    poder
    can
    Form of the verb that indicates possibility.
    puede
    might
    Great strength or power.
    poderío

    Slang Meanings

    Colloquial expression indicating that someone has control over a situation.
    In this meeting, he is the one in charge.
    En esta reunión, él es el que pode.
    Used among friends to refer to someone having permission to do something.
    Can I take the last piece of pizza? Sure, you can.
    ¿Puedo tomar el último pedazo de pizza? Claro, tú puedes.