How to Pronounce "commandeered"
word
ˌkɑmənˈdɪɹd
kah-muhn-DEERD
kɒmɑːndˈiəd
kom-ahnd-EE-uhd
Definition
Took something, especially property or a vehicle, for official or military use, often by force or without the owner's permission.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌkɑmənˈdɪɹd
British English
kɒmɑːndˈiəd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kah-muhn-DEERD
UK
kom-ahnd-EE-uhd
Listen in Context
The army commandeered the trucks for transporting supplies.
During the emergency, officials commandeered several buildings.
Their boat was commandeered by the coast guard.
Police commandeered a taxi to chase the suspect through the city.