What does potestad in Spanish mean?

What is the meaning of the word potestad in Spanish? The article explains the full meaning, pronunciation along with bilingual examples and instructions on how to use potestad in Spanish.

The word potestad in Spanish means power, custody. To learn more, please see the details below.

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Meaning of the word potestad

power

nombre femenino (poder, privilegio)

(noun: Refers to person, place, thing, quality, etc.)
La potestad de sancionar sus declaraciones es exclusiva de la junta directiva.
The power to approve declarations is exclusively for the board of directors.

custody

nombre femenino (tutela de hijos)

(noun: Refers to person, place, thing, quality, etc.)
Aunque estaban divorciados compartían la patria potestad de sus hijos.
Although they were divorced, they shared custody of their sons.

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