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naval power

[ˈneɪvəl ˈpaʊər]
nounpl: naval powers
poder naval
1. The military strength and capability of a nation's navy, including ships, personnel, and resources
The United States is considered a major naval power in the world.
Os Estados Unidos são considerados uma grande potência naval do mundo.
2. A country or nation that possesses significant military naval forces and influence
Britain became a dominant naval power during the 18th century.
A Grã-Bretanha se tornou uma potência naval dominante durante o século XVIII.
Synonyms
sea powermaritime powernaval strengthnaval force
Antonyms
naval weaknesslandlocked state

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
poder naval
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
potência naval
Commonly used in Portuguese media and official contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

command of the seas
naval supremacy
maritime dominance
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