How to Pronounce "work through channels"
expression
ˈwɝk/ /ˈθɹu/ /ˈtʃænəɫz
WURK THROO CHAN-uhlz
wˈɜːk/ /θɹˈuː/ /tʃˈænəlz
wURK thruu CHAN-uhlz
Definition
To follow the official or proper procedures, especially within an organization, rather than acting independently or informally.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɝk/ /ˈθɹu/ /ˈtʃænəɫz
British English
wˈɜːk/ /θɹˈuː/ /tʃˈænəlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WURK THROO CHAN-uhlz
UK
wURK thruu CHAN-uhlz
Listen in Context
You must work through channels if you want your request approved.
The manager told us to work through channels on all future projects.
We always work through channels when handling complaints.
Before making changes, it's better to work through channels to avoid trouble.