How to Pronounce "invoke"
word
ˌɪnˈvoʊk
in-VOHK
ɪnvˈəʊk
in-VOHK
Definition
To call on something, such as a law, power, or person, for support or help, or to bring something into action, especially formally or in a ritual.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈvoʊk
British English
ɪnvˈəʊk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-VOHK
UK
in-VOHK
Listen in Context
The lawyer invoked an old law to help his case.
They invoked the memory of their leader in the speech.
You can invoke this command to start the program.
The president invoked emergency powers after the flood.