pot

This is the 2089th most frequent Catalan word.


pot

The Catalan word "pot" means "can" (as in ability or possibility) or "jar/pot" (container), depending on context.


In this context, 'pot' functions as a conjugation of the verb 'poder', meaning 'can' or 'to be able to'.

Ell pot anar a la festa.

He can go to the party.


Here, 'pot' is a noun referring to a 'jar'.

A la cuina, hi ha un pot de vidre.

In the kitchen, there is a glass jar.


In this sentence, 'pot' appears as a noun for 'jar' and 'pots' is a conjugation of 'poder', making this sentence a good demonstration of mixed usage.

Si vols, pots guardar això al pot.

If you want, you can store this in the jar.