How to Pronounce Empower

To pronounce "empower", say EMP-ow-er — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

EMP-ow-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “empower”

"empower" has 3 syllables: emp-ow-er. It rhymes with glower and dour, if that helps it stick.

What does empower mean?

verb

  1. To give permission, power, or the legal right to do something.
  2. To give someone more confidence and/or strength to do something, often by enabling them to increase their control over their own life or situation.

    “John found that starting up his own business empowered him greatly in social situations.”

Synonyms

inspireallowletpermit

Antonyms

disempowerdisheartendisspiritbanbarforbid

Words that rhyme with empower

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

glowerdourpowerscourbowersourtowerdevouroverpowercowerbrainpowershower

Related words

giftendowinvestindueenduepermittingallowpermit

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "empower"?▾

"Empower" has 3 syllables: emp · ow · er.

What does "empower" mean?▾

Empower: To give permission, power, or the legal right to do something.

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