How to Pronounce Powers

To pronounce "powers", say POW-ers — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpaʊəz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈpaʊəz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “powers”

"powers" has 2 syllables: pow-ers. It rhymes with empowers and glowers, if that helps it stick.

What does powers 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.

Antonyms

impotenceweakness

Words that rhyme with powers

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

empowersglowershoursscoursfloursoursflowerssourscowersdevoursoverpowerscornflowers

Related words

mightpowerfulnessforcepotencyabilitymightinesssuperpowerexponent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "powers"?▾

"Powers" has 2 syllables: pow · ers.

What is the IPA transcription of "powers"?▾

The IPA transcription of "powers" is /ˈpaʊəz/.

What does "powers" mean?▾

Powers: Ability to do or undergo something.

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