honcho
4 synonyms for honcho, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The person in charge; the boss.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use honcho
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
head honcho
honcho a project
Etymology
From Japanese hanchō ("squad leader"), likely picked up by American soldiers during World War II.
Full origin of honcho →Frequently asked questions
What does “honcho” mean?
The word “honcho” means the person in charge; the boss. In plain terms, informal word for the person leading or in charge of a group or project.
How do you pronounce “honcho”?
“Honcho” is pronounced HON-choh (/ˈhɑn.t͡ʃoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “honcho” in a sentence?
Here is “honcho” used in a sentence: “You'll need to run that decision past the head honcho first.”
What part of speech is “honcho”?
Depending on how it is used, “honcho” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “honcho” come from?
The word “honcho” comes from Japanese. From Japanese hanchō ("squad leader"), likely picked up by American soldiers during World War II.
How many meanings does “honcho” have?
“Honcho” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the person in charge; the boss.
