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POW

🇬🇧 UK //paʊ// 🇺🇸 US //paʊ//

Meaning of POW

A loud, explosive sound, often used in comics or informal speech.

In simple words: A loud sound made by an explosion or hit.

POW in a sentence

• He hit the punching bag, and a loud 'POW' echoed through the gym.
• The fireworks went off with a brilliant 'POW' in the night sky.
• With a swift movement, the hero delivered a punch, and the comic showed 'POW!'.
• When the car crashed, it made a 'POW' sound that startled everyone.
• The athlete scored the winning goal, and the crowd shouted, 'POW!' in excitement.

How to use POW

Used in informal contexts, often to express excitement or to describe an explosive action. Not suitable for formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone exclamation

Memory hint

Think of a comic book explosion - 'POW!' is what you see written in big letters.

Related words

Collocations with POW

• loud pow
• comic pow
• generate a pow

Synonyms for POW

• bang
• boom
• blast
• thud

Common mistakes with POW

• Confused with 'boom', which refers to a similar sound but is often less explosive.
• Used incorrectly in serious contexts where a more professional term is required.

Frequently asked questions about POW

What does POW mean?

A loud sound made by an explosion or hit.

What is the definition of POW?

A loud, explosive sound, often used in comics or informal speech.

How do you use POW in a sentence?

He hit the punching bag, and a loud 'POW' echoed through the gym.

Can you give another example of POW?

The fireworks went off with a brilliant 'POW' in the night sky.

What are synonyms for POW?

Common alternatives include bang, boom, blast, thud.

What words go with POW?

It commonly pairs with loud pow, comic pow, generate a pow.

What are common mistakes when using POW?

Confused with 'boom', which refers to a similar sound but is often less explosive. Used incorrectly in serious contexts where a more professional term is required.

How do you pronounce POW?

US: //paʊ//, UK: //paʊ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is POW formal or informal?

"POW" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use POW?

Used in informal contexts, often to express excitement or to describe an explosive action. Not suitable for formal writing.