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    Puede (en. Can)

    /pweðe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Indicates the capacity or possibility to do something.
    He can speak three languages.
    Él puede hablar tres idiomas.
    Expresses authorization or permission.
    You can go out to play after dinner.
    Puedes salir a jugar después de cenar.
    It is used to make suggestions or offer options.
    You can choose between these two movies.
    Puedes elegir entre estas dos películas.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Latin 'posse', which means 'to be able'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    it may be that
    Indicates an uncertain possibility.
    puede que
    it could be
    Expresses an option or possibility.
    puede ser
    can you please?
    Politely requests something.
    ¿puede por favor?

    Related Words

    to be able to
    Verb that indicates capacity, possibility, or permission.
    poder
    can do
    An older, less common form of the verb poder.
    puedeo
    powerful
    One that has power or strength.
    poderoso

    Slang Meanings

    Colloquial expression to refer to a situation that can be resolved.
    If you don't have a plan, you can end up at the party.
    Si no tienes plan, puedes caer en la fiesta.
    Used informally to refer to something considered obvious.
    If you don't study, you might not pass the exam.
    Si no estudias, puede que no pases el examen.