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    Puedes (en. Can)

    /ˈpwe.ðes/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Indicates the ability or possibility of doing something.
    You can visit your friends tomorrow.
    Tú puedes visitar a tus amigos mañana.
    It is used to request permission.
    Can you come to the party tonight?
    ¿Puedes venir a la fiesta esta noche?
    It expresses a suggestion or advice.
    You can try to solve the problem another way.
    Puedes intentar resolver el problema de otra manera.

    Etymology

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

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    you can count on me
    It means you can trust me.
    puedes contar conmigo
    you can be sure
    It expresses assurance about something.
    puedes estar seguro
    if you can
    It reaffirms that it is possible to perform an action.
    si puedes

    Related Words

    to be able
    Verb that denotes the ability to perform something.
    poder
    he/she can
    Third person singular of the present indicative of the verb to be able.
    puede
    you will be able
    Future second person singular of the verb to be able.
    podrás

    Slang Meanings

    It is used in a joking tone to express surprise about someone's abilities.
    Wow, you can do it all, huh?!
    ¡Vaya, puedes hacerlo todo, ¿eh?!
    Expression of challenge to motivate someone.
    Come on, you can do it!
    ¡Vamos, tú puedes!