How to Pronounce "commanders"
word
/kəˈmændɝz/
kuh-MAN-derz
/kəmˈɑːndəz/
kuh-MAHN-duhz
Definition
Commanders are people in charge of military groups, often holding a high rank and giving orders to others. The word can also be used for leaders in non-military organizations.
IPA Transcription
American English
/kəˈmændɝz/
British English
/kəmˈɑːndəz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuh-MAN-derz
UK
kuh-MAHN-duhz
Listen in Context
The army commanders met to plan the operation.
All commanders must follow strict rules.
The navy has new commanders this year.
The commanders agreed it was time to change their strategy.