How to Pronounce "serve under"
expression
ˈsɝv/ /ˈəndɝ
SERV-UN-der
sˈɜːv/ /ˈʌndɐ
SERV-UN-duh
Definition
To work as a subordinate to someone, usually a manager, leader, or person in authority.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɝv/ /ˈəndɝ
British English
sˈɜːv/ /ˈʌndɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SERV-UN-der
UK
SERV-UN-duh
Listen in Context
I serve under Mr. Lee in the sales department.
She served under three different managers last year.
They will serve under a new team leader soon.
During my first job, I served under a very demanding supervisor.