How to Pronounce "echelons"
word
ˈɛʃəˌɫɑnz
ESH-uh-lahnz
ˈɛʃəlˌɒnz
ESH-uh-lonz
Definition
Echelons are levels or ranks in an organization, society, or system, especially referring to different positions of power or status.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɛʃəˌɫɑnz
British English
ˈɛʃəlˌɒnz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ESH-uh-lahnz
UK
ESH-uh-lonz
Listen in Context
He quickly rose through the echelons of the company.
The upper echelons of society often have more influence.
There are many echelons in the military.
It's hard to reach the top echelons without connections.