Cool MateMeaning of Powerful
In simple words: Very strong or effective.
Powerful in a sentence
- The new engine is incredibly powerful and can reach high speeds in seconds.
- She has a powerful voice that captivates the audience.
- The storm caused powerful winds that knocked down trees.
- He is a powerful leader who influences many with his ideas.
- This method is a powerful tool for improving productivity.
How to use Powerful
Use 'powerful' for both physical strength and the effectiveness of ideas, emotions, or objects. Avoid in overly casual contexts where simpler words like 'strong' may fit better.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'power'—imagine a superhero with immense strength.
Related words
Collocations with Powerful
Synonyms for Powerful
- muscular
Opposites of Powerful
- weak
- ineffective
- powerless
Common mistakes with Powerful
- Using 'powerful' incorrectly with uncountable nouns, e.g., 'powerful information' instead of 'valuable information'.
- Confusing it with 'power', which is a noun.
- Overusing 'powerful' in casual contexts instead of simpler terms.
Powerful appears in
Powerful in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
قوي
قوي جدًا أو فعال.
- Bengaliবাংলা
শক্তিশালী
খুব শক্তিশালী বা কার্যকর।
- GermanDeutsch
Mächtig, Stark, Kraftvoll
Sehr stark oder wirksam.
- SpanishEspañol
Poderoso
Muy fuerte o efectivo.
- Persianفارسی
قدرتمند، توانا
خیلی قوی یا مؤثر.
- FrenchFrançais
Puissant, Fort, Efficace
Très fort ou efficace.
- Hindiहिन्दी
शक्तिशाली
बहुत मजबूत या प्रभावी।
- ItalianItaliano
Potente
Molto forte o efficace.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Poderoso
Muito forte ou eficaz.
- RussianРусский
Мощный, Сильный, Влиятельный
Очень сильный или эффективный.
- Urduاردو
طاقتور، زبردست، زور آور
بہت مضبوط یا مؤثر۔
- Chinese中文
强大
非常强大或有效。
More words like Powerful
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
- AbsolutelyB1
used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Frequently asked questions about Powerful
What does Powerful mean?
Very strong or effective.
What is the definition of Powerful?
being able to control and influence people and events
How do you use Powerful in a sentence?
The new engine is incredibly powerful and can reach high speeds in seconds.
Can you give another example of Powerful?
She has a powerful voice that captivates the audience.
What are synonyms for Powerful?
Common alternatives include muscular.
What is the opposite of Powerful?
Opposite meanings include weak, ineffective, powerless.
What words go with Powerful?
It commonly pairs with be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very.
What are common mistakes when using Powerful?
Using 'powerful' incorrectly with uncountable nouns, e.g., 'powerful information' instead of 'valuable information'. Confusing it with 'power', which is a noun. Overusing 'powerful' in casual contexts instead of simpler terms.
How do you pronounce Powerful?
US: /["/ˈpaʊərfl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈpaʊəfl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Powerful?
Use 'powerful' for both physical strength and the effectiveness of ideas, emotions, or objects. Avoid in overly casual contexts where simpler words like 'strong' may fit better.
What CEFR level is Powerful?
"Powerful" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.