No. 1,307 in Spanish
potencia
"Potencia" means "power" or "potential," depending on context.
In a sentence
La potencia del motor determina la velocidad máxima del vehículo.
The engine's power determines the vehicle's maximum speed.
In this sentence, 'potencia' refers to 'power' or 'capacity', specifically the ability of the engine to produce energy or force.
La potencia mundial de ese país influye en las decisiones globales.
The global power of that country influences worldwide decisions.
Here, 'potencia' signifies 'power' or 'influence', implying the country's political or economic ability to affect world affairs.
Estudiar regularmente es la potencia detrás del éxito académico.
Studying regularly is the driving force behind academic success.
In this example, 'potencia' means 'force' or 'strength', highlighting the motivating or enabling aspect that contributes to achieving a goal.
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