A1 noun Neutral #295 más común

power

/ˈpaʊər/

Power refers to the ability to do something or to control people and things. It also means the energy, like electricity, used to make machines, lights, and heaters work.

Ejemplos

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1

The computer will not start because it has no power.

The computer has no electricity to turn on.

2

The president has the power to sign new laws.

The leader has the official right to approve rules.

3

Switch off the power before you leave the house.

Turn off the lights and electricity before going out.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
power
Verb
power
Adverbio
powerfully
Adjetivo
powerful
Relacionado
powerhouse
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Truco para recordar

Think of a 'Power outlet' in the wall. It gives your phone the 'strength' to work.

Quiz rápido

The storm caused a _____ cut, and now all the lights are off.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: power

Ejemplos

1

The computer will not start because it has no power.

everyday

The computer has no electricity to turn on.

2

The president has the power to sign new laws.

formal

The leader has the official right to approve rules.

3

Switch off the power before you leave the house.

informal

Turn off the lights and electricity before going out.

4

Scientists are studying the power of the sun to create clean energy.

academic

Researchers are looking at the sun's strength for electricity.

5

We need to increase our market power to beat the competition.

business

The company needs more influence in the industry.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
power
Verb
power
Adverbio
powerfully
Adjetivo
powerful
Relacionado
powerhouse

Colocaciones comunes

electric power electricity used for machines
political power the control someone has in government
lose power to have the electricity go out
solar power energy from the sun
in power currently holding a position of control

Frases Comunes

Knowledge is power

Knowing things makes you more effective and influential

Power trip

Acting bossy because you enjoy having control

The powers that be

The people who are in charge of a situation

Se confunde a menudo con

power vs force

Force usually implies physical pushing or pulling, while power is a more general ability or control.

power vs strength

Strength is often about physical muscle or durability, whereas power is about the capacity to act or use energy.

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Notas de uso

Use 'power' as an uncountable noun when talking about electricity (e.g., 'the power is out'). Use it as a countable noun when talking about influential nations (e.g., 'world powers').

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Errores comunes

Learners often say 'open the power' instead of 'turn on the power' when referring to electricity.

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Truco para recordar

Think of a 'Power outlet' in the wall. It gives your phone the 'strength' to work.

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Origen de la palabra

Derived from the Old French word 'poir', which means 'to be able'.

Patrones gramaticales

Uncountable when referring to energy Countable when referring to countries or specific abilities Often followed by the preposition 'to' + verb (e.g., power to vote)
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Contexto cultural

In many Western cultures, 'empowerment' is a common social goal, focusing on giving power to individuals.

Quiz rápido

The storm caused a _____ cut, and now all the lights are off.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: power

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