les échelons

the ranks

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the ranks Often used in the expression « grimper/gravir les échelons », meaning to rise through the ranks or advance in an organization.

FR: Elle a gravi les échelons jusqu’à devenir directrice.

EN: She rose through the ranks to become director.

He earned Grand’s trust and climbed the ranks to become manager.

— La Cité de Dieu (2002)

But I climbed the ranks faster and more successfully than you did.

— Des hommes d'honneur (1992)

You climbed the ranks thanks to your talents.

— Full River Red (2023)

You probably have to start at the bottom and work your way up the ladder.

— Paddington 2 (2017)