How to Pronounce Power

To pronounce "power", say POW-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpaʊ.ə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈpaʊ.ə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “power”

"power" has 2 syllables: pow-er. It rhymes with glower and dour, if that helps it stick.

What does power mean?

noun

  1. Ability to do or undergo something.
  2. (social) Ability to coerce, influence or control.

verb

  1. To provide power for (a mechanical or electronic device).

    “This CD player is powered by batteries.”

  2. To hit or kick something forcefully.

adjective

  1. Impressive.

Antonyms

impotenceweakness

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Words that rhyme with power

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

glowerdourempowerscourbowersourtowerdevouroverpowercowerbrainpowershower

Related words

mightpowerfulnessforcepotencyabilitymightinesssuperpowerexponent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "power"?▾

"Power" has 2 syllables: pow · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "power"?▾

The IPA transcription of "power" is /ˈpaʊ.ə(ɹ)/.

What does "power" mean?▾

Power: Ability to do or undergo something.

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