Manpower

usgb/ˈmænpaʊər/
noun

The number of people that are available to work.

The factory has enough manpower to finish the job on time.
Visual representation of "manpower" - The number of people that are available to work

Often appears as...

  • lack of manpower
  • increase manpower
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Not Gendered

Manpower refers to workers regardless of gender, not only males.

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The project's success depended on the manpower of the entire team.
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Work Context

Use 'manpower' when discussing the availability and need for workers in a job setting.

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The start-up increased its manpower to meet the growing demands.
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Neutral Tone

'Manpower' has a neutral connotation and can be used in both positive and negative contexts.

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There's a surplus of manpower after recent layoffs.
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