Poderío (en. Power)

/po.ðeˈɾi.o/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The capacity or strength of a being or object.
The army's power is unmatched.
El poderío del ejército es inigualable.
Domination or control over something.
The nation's economic power has grown.
El poderío económico de la nación ha crecido.
Influence or authority one has over others.
His power in the technology sector is notable.
Su poderío en el sector de la tecnología es notable.

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

military power
The capacity of an army to exert dominance.
poderío militar
economic power
The influence a country or entity has in the economic field.
poderío económico
to show power
To demonstrate strength or capability in a given context.
mostrar poderío

Related Words

power
The capacity to do something or influence others.
poder
strong
Having great physical or emotional strength.
fuertes
government
The authority that directs a state or entity.
gobierno

Slang Meanings

Significant power or strength in an informal context.
The new car has a power that impresses on the road.
El nuevo coche tiene un poderío que impresiona en la carretera.
Influence in a social group or community.
That person has power among the young people in the neighborhood.
Esa persona tiene el poderío entre los jóvenes del barrio.