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headman

Pronunciation: [ˈhɛdˌmæn]

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Learn how to use headman in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “leadership”

(noun) a headman is the leader or chief of a group, often in a village or community. This person helps make decisions and guides others, kind of like a captain on a team.

Example

The headman of the village organized a festival to celebrate the harvest.

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Without a headman, the community struggled to make important decisions.

Example

Who is the headman in your village or community?

Context: “hierarchy”

(noun) the headman can also refer to someone in charge of a specific group, like a team or department. This person has the most responsibility and authority over others.

Example

The headman of the project team made sure everyone was working well together.

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In the absence of a headman, the team fell into confusion and disorganization.

Example

Is the headman of your department here today?

How to pronounce headman

Pronunciation: [ˈhɛdˌmæn]

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