What does "poder" mean in English?

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Spanish

poder

English

power

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Alternative translations of "poder"

can
ability
might
strength

Examples of how to use "poder" in Spanish

Spanish
Tiene mucho poder en la empresa.
English
He has a lot of power in the company.
Spanish
El poder corrompe a algunas personas.
English
Power corrupts some people.
Spanish
Necesitamos el poder de la unión.
English
We need the power of unity.
Spanish
El poder no siempre trae felicidad.
English
Power doesn't always bring happiness.
Spanish
Su poder creció con la experiencia.
English
His power grew with experience.

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

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Tiene mucho poder en la empresa.

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