colonel
word
/ˈkɝnəɫ/
KUR-nuhl
/kˈɜːnəl/
KUR-nuhl
Definition
A colonel is a high-ranking officer in the army, air force, or marines, usually just below a general.
Usage & Nuances
'Colonel' is pronounced 'kernel' (/'kɜːrnəl/), which is different from its spelling. Used only as a military rank, not in police or navy. Often abbreviated as 'Col.' when written.
Spanish: coronelPortuguese (BR): coronelPortuguese (PT): coronelChinese (Simplified): 上校Chinese (Traditional): 上校Hindi: कर्नलArabic: عقيدBengali: কর্নেলRussian: полковникJapanese: 大佐Vietnamese: đại táKorean: 대령Turkish: albayUrdu: کرنلIndonesian: kolonel
Example Sentences
The team listened as the colonel gave orders.
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The colonel spoke to the soldiers.
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He became a colonel after many years of service.
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Everyone respects the colonel because of his leadership.
natural
After the ceremony, the colonel invited us to his office.
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You should address him as 'Colonel Smith' when you meet him.
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