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    Capitán (en. Captain)

    /ka.pi.'tan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person who commands a large ship.
    The captain ordered to set sail at dawn.
    El capitán ordenó zarpar al amanecer.
    An officer who leads a group of soldiers.
    The captain led his platoon in battle.
    El capitán lideró a su pelotón en la batalla.
    A person who directs or coordinates a sports team.
    The team captain was chosen by his peers.
    El capitán del equipo fue elegido por sus compañeros.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'capitānum', which means 'head' or 'chief'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    from captain to sailor
    Expression that indicates a great hierarchy or change of status.
    de capitán a marinero
    to be the captain of the ship
    To be the one responsible or leader of a group.
    ser el capitán del barco

    Related Words

    commander
    A person who holds a high rank in the armed forces.
    comandante
    pilot
    A person who operates an airplane or a ship.
    pilot
    crew chief
    A person in charge of all members of a crew.
    jefe de tripulación

    Slang Meanings

    Colloquial term to refer to a friend or buddy.
    What's up, captain? Ready for the party?
    ¿Qué pasa, capitán? ¿Listo para la fiesta?
    Used to describe a person who makes important decisions.
    He's always the captain in our meetings.
    Siempre es el capitán en nuestras reuniones.