B1nounlanguagetechnology
US/kəˈmænd/
UK/kəˈmɑːnd/
an instruction that must be obeyed; also the ability to use a skill or language well
In context
The dog will sit when it hears the command.
She has an excellent command of English and French.
Type this command and press Enter to restart the program.
Words that go with command
noun + preposition
- command ofA good command of English helps you find a job.
- in commandWho is in command here?
verb + noun
- give a commandThe officer gave a command to stop.
- type a commandType a command in the box and press Enter.
noun + noun
- voice commandYou can turn on the lights with a voice command.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
My English is good command.Correct: I have a good command of English.