How to Pronounce "commandeer"
word
ˌkɑmənˈdɪɹ
kah-muhn-DEER
kɒmɑːndˈiə
kom-ahn-DEE-uh
Definition
To take something, especially property or vehicles, for official or military use, often without the owner’s permission.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌkɑmənˈdɪɹ
British English
kɒmɑːndˈiə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kah-muhn-DEER
UK
kom-ahn-DEE-uh
Listen in Context
The army commandeered several vehicles for the mission.
Police can commandeer a building in an emergency.
Officials commandeered supplies during the disaster.
If you park there, they might commandeer your car for the parade.