In power Meaning in English
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈpaʊɝ
in POW-er
ˈɪn/ /pˈaʊɐ
in POW-uh
Definição
Describes a person or group who currently holds political control or authority, typically in a government or leadership role.
Uso & Nuances
Primarily used in political or governmental contexts; typically refers to those who currently control a government. Commonly used with parties, leaders, or organizations: 'the party in power', 'when she was in power.' Not for physical strength or electricity.
Spanish: en el poderPortuguese (BR): no poderPortuguese (PT): no poderChinese (Simplified): 掌权Chinese (Traditional): 掌權Hindi: सत्ता मेंArabic: في السلطةBengali: ক্ষমতায়Russian: у властиJapanese: 政権を握っているVietnamese: nắm quyềnKorean: 집권 중인Turkish: iktidardaUrdu: برسر اقتدارIndonesian: berkuasa
Frases de Exemplo
The president is currently in power.
basic
Which party is in power now?
basic
They were in power for ten years.
basic
Many people were unhappy with who was in power at the time.
natural
When new leaders come in power, policies often change.
natural
It's hard to trust any group that's been in power for too long.
natural