How to Pronounce "rank and file"
expression
RANK-uhnd-FYL
RANK-and-FYL
Definition
The ordinary members of an organization, such as employees or soldiers, who are not in positions of power or leadership.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹæŋk/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈfaɪɫ
British English
ɹˈæŋk/ /ˈænd/ /faɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RANK-uhnd-FYL
UK
RANK-and-FYL
Listen in Context
The company asked the rank and file for their opinions.
Leaders should listen to the rank and file.
Changes will affect the rank and file the most.
The new policy upset some of the rank and file.