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command
/kəˈmɑːnd/

command

🇺🇸 American English
/kəˈmænd/
🇬🇧 British English
/kəˈmɑːnd/
Meaning of command

training instruction

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command

When to use command

training command

训练指令

basic command

基本指令

voice command

语音指令

simple command

简单指令

command response

指令响应

command usage examples

🇨🇳Chinese🇬🇧English

The dog follows my command.

🇨🇳Chinese🇬🇧English

He ignored the command and ran off.

Similar words

command

Identical common term for a short training instruction given to a pet.

instruction

A broader term for guidance or directions; can be a detailed explanation rather than a short cue.

order

A stronger, more authoritative instruction; implies obedience under authority.

directive

A formal instruction or order, usually from an authority or organization; less common in casual pet training.

prompt

A hint or assistance used during training to elicit a behavior; less an order and more an aid.

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command synonyms

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What's the difference between command / instruction / order / directive / prompt / signal

🇬🇧English
command

Identical common term for a short training instruction given to a pet.

B1Very Often

Give the dog the command 'sit' before you leave the room.

Дайте собаке команду «сидеть», прежде чем уйти из комнаты.

🇬🇧English

A broader term for guidance or directions; can be a detailed explanation rather than a short cue.

B1Very Often

Follow the instructions for teaching the puppy to sit.

Следуйте инструкциям по обучению щенка командe сидеть.

🇬🇧English

A stronger, more authoritative instruction; implies obedience under authority.

B1Very Often

He gave the dog an order to stop barking.

Он отдал собаке приказ перестать лаять.

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🇬🇧English
directive

A formal instruction or order, usually from an authority or organization; less common in casual pet training.

B2Often

The shelter issued a directive on handling aggressive dogs.

Приют выпустил директиву по обращению с агрессивными собаками.

🇬🇧English

A hint or assistance used during training to elicit a behavior; less an order and more an aid.

B2Often

Use a verbal prompt to encourage the puppy to come.

Используйте словесную подсказку, чтобы побудить щенка подойти.

🇬🇧English

A nonverbal or verbal cue indicating that an action should occur; often a gesture or sound rather than an order.

B1Very Often

A hand signal told the dog to fetch the ball.

Жест подсказывал собаке принести мяч.

🇬🇧English

A polite asking rather than an authoritative instruction; softer and more optional.

B1Very Often

She requested that her dog wait by the door.

Она попросила собаку подождать у двери.

I
🇬🇧English
imperative

Conveys urgency or necessity; also used grammatically to mean the imperative mood (commands).

C1Rarely

It is imperative that the dog be kept on a leash in this area.

Необходимо, чтобы собака держалась на поводке в этой зоне.

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How to pronounce command and what this word means

command translation: команда. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce command

/kəˈmɑːnd/

command translation

команда

command examples

The dog follows my command.

command transcription

/kəˈmɑːnd/, /kəˈmænd/

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command meaning: what does it mean?

training instruction

command pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

command is pronounced as /kəˈmɑːnd/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

command definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

The dog follows my command. Translation: Собака выполняет мою команду.

Is command part of Pets vocabulary?

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

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