How to Pronounce "the chain of command"
expression
thuh CHAYN uhv kuh-MAND
thuh CHAYN ov kuh-MAAND
Definition
The system or order in which authority and responsibilities are passed down in an organization, so everyone knows who they report to and take instructions from.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈtʃeɪn/ /ˈəv/ /kəˈmænd
British English
ðə, ði/ /tʃˈeɪn/ /ˈɒv/ /kəmˈɑːnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
thuh CHAYN uhv kuh-MAND
UK
thuh CHAYN ov kuh-MAAND
Listen in Context
If you have a problem, follow the chain of command before talking to the CEO.
The chain of command helps everyone know who gives instructions.
In the army, respecting the chain of command is very important.
She skipped the chain of command and went straight to the director with her complaint.