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    Caporal (en. Corporal)

    /kapɔʁal/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A non-commissioned officer in certain armies.
    The corporal led his men into battle.
    Le caporal a mené ses hommes au combat.
    A military rank, often used in the army.
    He was promoted to corporal after two years of service.
    Il a été promu caporal après deux ans de service.
    A person with limited leadership responsibilities.
    The corporal is responsible for his soldiers.
    Le caporal est responsable de ses soldats.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Latin 'capitale', meaning 'head'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    chief corporal
    A non-commissioned officer with a rank above corporal.
    caporal-chef
    to act like a corporal
    To act as a corporal, in a figurative sense, to command or lead.
    faire le caporal

    Related Words

    field
    Terrain or space, often outside a military context.
    champ
    military
    Related to the army.
    militaire

    Slang Meanings

    Soldier in general, often used informally.
    He is a corporal, but he is also a good friend.
    Il est caporal, mais il est aussi un bon ami.
    To show authority in an inflexible manner.
    Don't act like a corporal with me, I'm not under your orders.
    Ne fais pas le caporal avec moi, je ne suis pas sous tes ordres.