How to Pronounce "potency"
word
ˈpoʊtənsi
POH-ten-see
pˈəʊtənsi
POH-ten-see
Definition
Potency is the strength or effectiveness of something, such as a medicine, a chemical, or a person's influence. It refers to how powerful or effective something is.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpoʊtənsi
British English
pˈəʊtənsi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
POH-ten-see
UK
POH-ten-see
Listen in Context
The potency of this medicine is very high.
Scientists measure the potency of chemicals in the lab.
This cleaner loses its potency over time.
They advertised the potency of their new energy drink on TV.