intj
Uncommon
pow
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Pow (intj) means used to represent the sound of a sudden impact, punch, or explosion. Example: “Pow! The firework went off right above us.”
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Used to represent the sound of a sudden impact, punch, or explosion.
"Whap, Biff, Ooooof, Sock, Pow, Zok! Batman is back. Gotham City is again leaving its law and order in the hands of a man who wears plastic underpants over his tights."
— The Canberra Times, Australia Captial Territory (1989)
"Pow! The firework went off right above us."
How to use pow
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA comic-book-style word for a sudden loud bang or hit.
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Word forms
- Plural
- pows
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Etymology
An onomatopoeia — a word that imitates the sound it describes, like "bang" or "boom".
Frequently asked questions
What does “pow” mean?
The word “pow” means used to represent the sound of a sudden impact, punch, or explosion. In plain terms, a comic-book-style word for a sudden loud bang or hit.
How do you pronounce “pow”?
“Pow” is pronounced pow (/paʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “pow” in a sentence?
Here is “pow” used in a sentence: “Pow! The firework went off right above us.”
What part of speech is “pow”?
“Pow” is an intj.
Is “pow” a common word?
“Pow” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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