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How to pronounce “power

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Pronunciation guide for power

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of power with real speech in context.
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Real speech example
Kathy Batesbecause it's only then that you get that power that one needs
Definition summary
The ability to do or undergo something.

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How to pronounce power

Kathy Bates

because it's only then that you get that power that one needs

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “power

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • The ability to do or undergo something.
  • (social) The ability to coerce, influence, or control.
  • (physical, uncountable) Strength, energy.
  • (colloquial, dated outside the phrase 'power of good') A large amount or number.
  • Any of the elementary forms or parts of machines: three primary (the lever, inclined plane, and pulley) and three secondary (the wheel-and-axle, wedge, and screw).
  • (trucking) A tractor.
  • (physics, mechanics) A measure of the effectiveness that a force producing a physical effect has over time. If linear, the quotient of: (force multiplied by the displacement of or in an object) ÷ time. If rotational, the quotient of: (force multiplied by the angle of displacement) ÷ time.
  • (mathematics)
  • (biblical, in the plural) In Christian angelology, an intermediate level of angels, ranked above archangels, but exact position varies by classification scheme.
  • (quiz bowl) A bonus point awarded for answering correctly before a certain part of the tossup is read.
  • [Verb]
  • (transitive) To provide power for (a mechanical or electronic device).
  • (transitive) To hit or kick something forcefully.
  • To enable or provide the impetus for.
  • (intransitive) To move or advance with great force or speed.
  • [Adjective]
  • (Malaysia, Singapore, colloquial) Impressive.
  • [Interjection]
  • (Philippines, colloquial) Used as a cheer to express support (Can we verify(+) this sense?)

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