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command

command

Meaning of command

English

a short spoken order given to an animal, such as 'sit'

中文

训练动物时让它做某个动作的口头命令

command

Pronunciation

British English
/kəˈmɑːnd/
American English
/kəˈmænd/

command with Chinese translation

command usage examples

🇬🇧English→🇨🇳Chinese

During training, the owner gives the dog commands.

训练时,主人给狗发出指令。

🇬🇧English→🇨🇳Chinese

The puppy understood the command.

小狗听懂了这个指令。

command synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between command, order, signal, and instruction

🇬🇧English

a stronger, more authoritative instruction

B1very often

ENHe gave the dog an order to stop barking.

Advanced: broader words

🇬🇧English

a sign, often a gesture or sound

B1very often

ENA hand signal told the dog to fetch the ball.

🇬🇧English

a broader, often more detailed direction

B1very often

ENFollow the instructions for teaching the puppy to sit.

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command belongs to the topic "Pets →". Start with a short set of 2 words so the word is easier to remember in context.

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Questions about this word

What does command mean?

a short spoken order given to an animal, such as 'sit'

How do you pronounce command?

command is pronounced /kəˈmɑːnd/.

How is command used in a sentence?

训练时,主人给狗发出指令。 Translation: During training, the owner gives the dog commands.

Is command part of Pets vocabulary?

Yes, command can be learned in the Pets topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is command part of Living Beings vocabulary?

Yes, command can be learned in the Living Beings topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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