Portuguese Expression · Intermediate
poder com
to be able to beat, overperform, or at least be equal in power with someone
Pronunciation: say poder com
Meaning
to be able to beat, overperform, or at least be equal in power with someone
Example
Ele não pode comigo!
He's no match for me!
Practice tips
- Practice poder com out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Portuguese expression is for intermediate-level learners.