The Meaning of pudiente

Word: Pudiente

Definition:
“Pudiente” is an adjective in Spanish meaning “powerful,” “influential,” or “wealthy.” It typically describes a person who possesses considerable power, authority, or significant financial resources.

Usage:
The term is often used to refer to individuals or groups that hold significant sway, either socially or economically. For example:

• “Las decisiones de los pudientes afectan a toda la comunidad.”
  (Translation: “The decisions of the powerful affect the entire community.”)

Etymology:
The word “pudiente” comes from the Latin “pudientem,” which is the present participle of “pudere,” meaning “to be capable or to be powerful.” In a broader sense, it is derived from the notion of having the power or capacity to do something.

Pronunciation:
In IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet), “pudiente” is transcribed as /puˈðjente/. It is pronounced approximately as “poo-DYEN-te.”

Synonyms:

• Poderoso (powerful)
• Influyente (influential)
• Rico (rich)
• Adinerado (wealthy)
• Autoritario (authoritative, when referring to power)

Antonyms:

• Débil (weak)
• Improductivo (unproductive)
• Inservible (useless or ineffective)
• Desposeído (dispossessed or impoverished)

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1. Su familia siempre ha sido pudiente, viviendo en una mansión en la ciudad.
   (His family has always been wealthy, living in a mansion in the city.)

2. La empresa solo contrata a empleados pudientes que pueden contribuir al crecimiento del negocio.
   (The company only hires affluent employees who can contribute to the growth of the business.)

3. Aunque él no proviene de un entorno pudiente, ha trabajado duro para alcanzar el éxito.
   (Although he does not come from a wealthy background, he has worked hard to achieve success.)

4. Las donaciones de los ciudadanos pudientes son cruciales para mantener la escuela en funcionamiento.
   (Donations from affluent citizens are crucial to keep the school running.)

5. En su barrio, hay muchas personas pudientes que disfrutan de un estilo de vida lujoso.
   (In his neighborhood, there are many wealthy people who enjoy a luxurious lifestyle.)

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