How to Pronounce "top brass"
expression
ˈtɑp/, /ˈtɔp/ /ˈbɹæs
TAHP BRASS
tˈɒp/ /bɹˈɑːs
TOP BRAHSS
Definition
The most important people in an organization, such as executives or high-ranking officers, especially in the military or large companies.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɑp/, /ˈtɔp/ /ˈbɹæs
British English
tˈɒp/ /bɹˈɑːs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAHP BRASS
UK
TOP BRAHSS
Listen in Context
The top brass attended the important meeting.
Only the top brass can approve this plan.
The top brass visited the new factory last week.
Rumor has it the top brass are planning big changes.