Empowers Meaning in English

word · lemma: empower

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Definition

Gives someone the power, confidence, or authority to do something. Often used with people or groups gaining control over their lives or decisions.

Usage & Nuances

"Empowers" is slightly formal, often used in business, education, and discussions of social change. Common phrases are "empowers people," "empowers women," or "empowers communities." Not used for physical power—focus is on confidence or right to act.

• Spanish: empodera - da poder
• Portuguese (BR): empodera - dá poder
• Portuguese (PT): empodera - dá poder
• Chinese (Simplified): 赋予权力 - 使有能力
• Chinese (Traditional): 賦予權力 - 使有能力
• Hindi: सशक्त बनाता है - अधिकार देता है
• Arabic: يُمَكِّن - يعطي القوة
• Bengali: ক্ষমতায়িত করে - শক্তি দেয়
• Russian: наделяет полномочиями - дает возможность
• Japanese: 力を与える - 権限を与える
• Vietnamese: trao quyền - tiếp sức
• Korean: 권한을 부여하다 - 힘을 실어주다
• Turkish: güçlendirir - yetki verir
• Urdu: اختیار دینا - بااختیار بنانا
• Indonesian: memberdayakan - memberi kekuatan

Example Sentences

Her new job empowers her to help others.

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Technology empowers us to connect with the world.

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She believes that sharing knowledge empowers everyone.

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Education empowers people to make better choices.

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This program really empowers young entrepreneurs to succeed.

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Volunteering empowers you to make a real difference.

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