How to Pronounce "commander"
word
/kəˈmændɝ/
kuh-MAN-dur
/kəmˈɑːndɐ/
kuh-MAHN-duh
Definition
A commander is a person who is in charge of a military unit, operation, or group of people. The word can also be used for someone who has authority and gives orders in other organized settings.
IPA Transcription
American English
/kəˈmændɝ/
British English
/kəmˈɑːndɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuh-MAN-dur
UK
kuh-MAHN-duh
Listen in Context
The commander spoke to the soldiers before the mission.
She became the commander of the base last year.
The commander gave a clear order.
Everyone relaxed once the commander said the area was secure.