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    Échelon (en. Echelon)

    [eʃlɔ̃]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A level or step in a hierarchy.
    He was promoted to a higher level.
    Il a été promu à un échelon supérieur.
    A device shaped like a step used for climbing up or down.
    She used a step to reach the high shelf.
    Elle a utilisé un échelon pour atteindre la étagère haute.
    A group of people with a similar status.
    The levels of administration are often very complex.
    Les échelons de l'administration sont souvent très complexes.

    Etymology

    The word 'level' comes from the Old French 'escalon', meaning 'step of a ladder'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to rise in the ranks
    To advance to a higher level in the hierarchy.
    monter dans l'échelon
    line of command
    Level of authority within an organization.
    échelon de commandement
    to be at a certain level
    To hold a defined position in a hierarchy.
    être à un certain échelon

    Related Words

    hierarchy
    Organization structured according to a scale of levels.
    hiérarchie
    grade
    Level or rank assigned in an evaluation system.
    grade
    position
    Location or status of a person in a hierarchy.
    position

    Slang Meanings

    To have significant influence or power within an organization.
    Yeah, he's really at the supersonic level in this company.
    Ouais, il est vraiment à l'échelon supersonique dans cette boîte.
    To be at the lowest level of a hierarchy.
    He’s still at the basic level; he needs to work hard to move up.
    Il est encore à l'échelon de base, il doit travailler dur pour monter.