How to Pronounce "echelon"
word
ˈɛʃəˌɫɑn
ESH-uh-lahn
ˈɛʃəlˌɒn
ESH-uh-lon
Definition
A level or rank in an organization, a society, or a system. It is often used to describe positions of authority, status, or hierarchy.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɛʃəˌɫɑn
British English
ˈɛʃəlˌɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ESH-uh-lahn
UK
ESH-uh-lon
Listen in Context
He reached the highest echelon of the company.
Only a few people are in the top echelon of society.
He wants to move up to a higher echelon at work.
The upper echelon of management makes all the big decisions.