Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Command”
An order that someone in authority tells you to do.
Word Family of Command
Some English words keep the same spelling as a noun and a verb. Context tells you which form is being used.
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The general issued a direct command to the soldiers. B1
- Follow the teacher's commands carefully during the exam. A2
- I turned up the volume at her command. B1
Origin and Word Formation of Command
From Latin commandare (to entrust).
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Command
What are the word forms of “command”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “command”?
“command” is primarily a noun. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Can “command” be both a noun and a verb?
Yes. Some words keep the same spelling across parts of speech; the surrounding sentence shows the function.
Where does “command” come from?
From Latin commandare (to entrust).