scientia potentia est

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Meaning · English

Knowledge is power; with knowledge or education, one's potential or abilities in life will certainly increase.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Kiến thức là sức mạnh, giúp tăng khả năng và tiềm năng trong cuộc sống

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Where it’s used: Used American English
Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “scientia potentia est” mean?

Knowledge is power; with knowledge or education, one's potential or abilities in life will certainly increase.

Is “scientia potentia est” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.