Rang (en. Rank)
/ʁɑ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Position in a series or hierarchy.
He was promoted to the rank of director.
Il a été promu au rang de directeur.
Class or category of something.
This product is of superior rank.
Ce produit est de rang supérieur.
Team or group of people with a specific function.
She is a member of the honor rank.
Elle est membre du rang d'honneur.
Etymology
From the Latin 'rangus', meaning rank or line.
Common Phrases and Expressions
by rank
According to established position or order.
par rang
to put in rank
To classify or organize something.
mettre au rang
of high rank
Indicating a superior position.
de rang élevé
Related Words
row
A line of things arranged.
rangée
to classify
Organize by order of rank.
classer
hierarchy
System of organization in levels.
hiérarchie
Slang Meanings
To be at the bottom of the rank.
In this company, I am still at the bottom of the rank.
Dans cette entreprise, je suis encore en bas du rang.
To rise in rank.
She has really risen in rank since her last promotion.
Elle a vraiment monté dans le rang depuis sa dernière promotion.