How to pronounce willpower
Say it like WIL-pow-er. Willpower has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WIL).
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US American/ˈwɪlˌpaʊɚ/WIL-pow-er
UK British/ˈwɪlˌpaʊ/WIL-pow
- WIL
- pow
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Willpower pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WILSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- powGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of willpower
- American English uses 3 syllables and British English 2.
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WIL-pow.
What does willpower mean?
noun
- The unwavering strength of will to carry out one's wishes.
Where does willpower come from?
From will + power.
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Questions about saying willpower
How do you pronounce willpower?
Say WIL-pow-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɪlˌpaʊɚ/. In British English it is /ˈwɪlˌpaʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in willpower?
Willpower has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WIL). Broken into parts: WIL · pow · er.
Is willpower pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 3 syllables and British English 2. The British form is /ˈwɪlˌpaʊ/ (WIL-pow).