How to Pronounce "impound"
word
/ˌɪmˈpaʊnd/
im-POWND
/ɪmpˈaʊnd/
im-POWND
Definition
To take something away and keep it, usually by an authority like the police, often because of a rule violation or investigation.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪmˈpaʊnd/
British English
/ɪmpˈaʊnd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-POWND
UK
im-POWND
Listen in Context
The police impounded his car because he was parked illegally.
They will impound any animal found without a collar.
Authorities have the right to impound goods at the border.
If your dog keeps escaping, the shelter might impound him next time.