Poderoso (en. Powerful)

/po.de.ˈɾo.so/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Having great strength or capacity.
The wind was powerful during the storm.
El viento era poderoso durante la tormenta.
Having influence or control over others.
He is a powerful man in the business world.
Es un hombre poderoso en el mundo de los negocios.
Causing a great impression.
His speech was powerful and motivational.
Su discurso fue poderoso y motivador.

Etymology

From the Latin 'potentiosus', which comes from 'potentia'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Money is a powerful gentleman.
It expresses that money has great power and influence.
poderoso caballero es don dinero

Related Words

power
Capacity or strength that allows one to do something.
poder
potency
Quality of being potent, strength, or energy.
potencia

Slang Meanings

Someone who exerts a lot of influence.
That politician is powerful in society.
Ese político es un poderoso en la sociedad.
A person with great ability to do something.
That girl is powerful in sports.
Esa chica es una poderosa en el deporte.