English Expression · Intermediate
food chain
power hierarchy
Pronunciation: /fuːd tʃeɪn/
Meaning
A hierarchy in which some people or groups have more power than others; a figurative use.
Example
She wants to reach the top of the corporate food chain.
She wants to reach the top of the corporate food chain.
Practice tips
- Practice food chain out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.