Platoons Meaning in English
word · lemma: platoon
pɫəˈtunz
pluh-TOONZ
plɐtˈuːnz
plut-OONZ
Definition
Small groups of soldiers within a company, usually led by a lieutenant. In some cases, it can refer to organized teams or groups outside the military.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used in military contexts ('platoons of soldiers'), but may be used metaphorically for any organized team. Plural: 'platoons'; singular: 'platoon'. Not used for very small groups (like 'squads') or larger ones (like 'battalions').
Spanish: pelotonesPortuguese (BR): pelotõesPortuguese (PT): pelotõesChinese (Simplified): 排（军队编制）Chinese (Traditional): 排（軍隊編制）Hindi: प्लाटून (सैन्य दल)Arabic: فصائلBengali: প্লাটুনRussian: взводаJapanese: 小隊Vietnamese: trung độiKorean: 소대Turkish: bölük takımı - tim (askeri bağlamda)Urdu: پلٹونIndonesian: peleton
Example Sentences
The army divided into several platoons.
basic
Each platoon has a leader.
basic
Three platoons finished training today.
basic
The platoons moved out at dawn, ready for the mission.
natural
In the competition, school kids were assigned to different platoons for teamwork.
natural
Several platoons were stationed near the border last night.
natural