boss
word
/ˈbɑs/, /ˈbɔs/
bahs, baws
/bˈɒs/
bos
Definition
A boss is a person who is in charge of a group, team, or workplace and tells others what to do. 'Boss' can mean a manager, supervisor, or anyone with authority over others at work.
Usage & Nuances
Usually informal or neutral; in workplaces, 'boss' can sound friendly or negative depending on tone. Common phrases: 'my boss', 'be your own boss' (self-employed). Not typically used for very high-ranking executives (use 'CEO', 'director'). Sometimes used playfully between friends ('Hey, boss!').
Spanish: jefe - jefaPortuguese (BR): chefePortuguese (PT): chefeChinese (Simplified): 老板 - 上司Chinese (Traditional): 老闆 - 上司Hindi: बॉस - मालिक (कार्यस्थल)Arabic: مدير - رئيسBengali: বস - মালিক - কর্তাRussian: начальник - босс - руководительJapanese: 上司 - ボスVietnamese: sếp - ông chủKorean: 상사 - 보스Turkish: patron - müdür - şefUrdu: باس - مالک - افسرIndonesian: bos - atasan - pimpinan
Example Sentences
My boss is very friendly.
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She talked to her boss about a raise.
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My boss wants the report by Friday.
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I can’t believe the boss gave us the day off!
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Be your own boss and start a business.
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Hey boss, can I leave early today?
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