How to Pronounce "hierarchical"
word
ˌhaɪˈɹɑɹkəkəɫ
hy-AR-kih-kuhl
haɪəɹˈɑːkɪkəl
hy-uh-RAA-ki-kuhl
Definition
Describes a system or organization with different levels of authority or importance, where each level is above or below others.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌhaɪˈɹɑɹkəkəɫ
British English
haɪəɹˈɑːkɪkəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hy-AR-kih-kuhl
UK
hy-uh-RAA-ki-kuhl
Listen in Context
The company uses a hierarchical management structure.
Schools often have a hierarchical system with principals, teachers, and students.
The military is a very hierarchical organization.
The company’s hierarchical culture sometimes slows down decision-making.