What does the TOEIC word "Echelon" mean?

The TOEIC word "Echelon" (名詞 (noun)) means "階層、位階、組織の段階" in Japanese, widely used in business contexts.

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名詞 (noun)

Echelon

階層、位階、組織の段階

Yes, a typical business example is: "Decisions were made at the highest echelons of the company." which translates to "決定は会社の最高位の階層で行われた。".

💡 Usage & Nuance: TOEICでは、特に企業の組織構造や役職の「階層」を指す際に使われます。'upper echelon'（上層部）という形でPart 7の長文読解で時々見られます。

level

rank

tier

grade

Decisions were made at the highest echelons of the company.

決定は会社の最高位の階層で行われた。

Verify your vocabulary strength for "Echelon"

The new policy will affect employees at every _______ of the organization.

🎉 正解 / Correct!

解説: 「組織のあらゆる階層」という文脈で'echelon'が適切です。
English: 'Echelon' refers to a level or rank within an organization.

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