Spanish Conversation · Level 6
89 words
Spanish word
potente
Pronunciation
IPA/poˈtente/
Meaning
- adjectivepowerful
Example
Este limpiador es potente.
This cleaner is powerful.
More examples
Al entrar, se nota un perfume potente.
Upon entering, a potent perfume is noticeable.
Core concept
A tiny dose of a drug producing a large observable effect.
Common phrases
perfume potente
potent perfume
luz potente
powerful light
sabor potente
strong taste
Similar words
fuerte: An object shows solid physical strength as toughness, weight, or blunt force.
eficaz: A method reliably achieves the intended result, solving the practical problem.
intenso: A feeling or sensation presents as vivid, concentrated, and strongly felt.
Definition in Spanish
Que tiene mucha fuerza, energía o eficacia para producir un efecto notable.
Word origin
Derived from Latin potens 'having power' (potentis), ultimately from the root of posse 'to be able' via medieval Latin into Spanish.
Usage tips
- In everyday use potente signals strength or efficacy; for influence over people or institutions speakers more often use poderoso.