How to Pronounce "power on"
expression
ˈpaʊɝ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
POW-er-awn
pˈaʊɐ/ /ˈɒn
POW-uh-on
Definition
To turn on a device or machine by supplying it with electricity or activating its power function.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpaʊɝ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
pˈaʊɐ/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
POW-er-awn
UK
POW-uh-on
Listen in Context
Please power on the computer before starting.
You have to power on the TV with the remote.
If the phone does not power on, check the battery.
Hold down the button until the device powers on.