Meaning of the word "be accountable to" in English

What does "be accountable to" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

be accountable to

US /bi əˈkaʊntəbl tuː/
UK /bi əˈkaʊntəbl tuː/

Phrase

to be responsible to someone or for something

Example:
Managers should be accountable to their employees.
The government is ultimately accountable to the people.