poder

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A common Spanish term meaning to be able; can.

Examples

  • Hoy aprendí a usar poder correctamente.
    Today I learned to use to be able; can correctly.
  • Practica poder en una frase breve.
    Practise to be able; can in a short sentence.
  • Escuché poder en una conversación.
    I heard to be able; can in a conversation.
  • La profesora explicó poder en clase.
    The teacher explained to be able; can in class.
  • El libro incluye un ejemplo con poder.
    The book includes an example with to be able; can.

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Meanings

Everyday meaning

verb
everyday
neutral
Used in ordinary Spanish with the meaning to be able; can.

Examples

  • La profesora explicó poder en clase.
    The teacher explained to be able; can in class.
  • Hoy aprendí a usar poder correctamente.
    Today I learned to use to be able; can correctly.
  • Escuché poder en una conversación.
    I heard to be able; can in a conversation.
  • El libro incluye un ejemplo con poder.
    The book includes an example with to be able; can.
  • Practica poder en una frase breve.
    Practise to be able; can in a short sentence.

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Etymology

FAQ

What does poder mean?

poder means to be able; can.

Is poder common?

Yes. It is common in present-day everyday Spanish.

Is poder formal?

It is neutral and works in ordinary conversation.

How do you use poder?

Use it when the context calls for to be able; can.

Should beginners learn poder?

Yes. It is useful core vocabulary for beginners.

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