What is the Spanish word for "authority"?

Learn how to say "authority" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

authority

Spanish

autoridad

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Alternative translations of "authority"

poder
facultad
competencia
experto

Examples of how to use "authority" in Spanish

English
Who has the authority to make this decision?
Spanish
¿Quién tiene la autoridad para tomar esta decisión?
English
She questioned his authority during the meeting.
Spanish
Ella cuestionó su autoridad durante la reunión.
English
The teacher has authority in class.
Spanish
El maestro tiene autoridad en clase.
English
Who gave you authority to enter?
Spanish
¿Quién te dio la autoridad para entrar?
English
Local authority approved the building plan.
Spanish
La autoridad local aprobó el plan de construcción.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "authority" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use its Spanish translation naturally.

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