commanded
word · lemma: command
Definition
Gave an order or instruction that must be followed. Also used for leading or having control, especially in the military.
Usage & Nuances
Used in formal and military contexts. 'Commanded' is the simple past or past participle of 'command.' Common with phrases like 'he commanded the troops.' Not used for everyday requests—use 'told' or 'asked' for less forceful situations.
Spanish: ordenó - mandóPortuguese (BR): ordenou - comandouPortuguese (PT): ordenou - comandouChinese (Simplified): 命令了 - 指挥了Chinese (Traditional): 命令了 - 指揮了Hindi: आदेश दियाArabic: أمَرَBengali: আদেশ দিয়েছিলেন - নেতৃত্ব দিয়েছিলেনRussian: приказал - командовалJapanese: 命じた - 指揮したVietnamese: ra lệnh - chỉ huyKorean: 명령했다 - 지휘했다Turkish: emretti - komuta ettiUrdu: حکم دیا - قیادت کیIndonesian: memerintahkan - memimpin
Example Sentences
The general commanded his soldiers to march.
basic
She commanded everyone to be quiet.
basic
The officer commanded the team during the rescue.
basic
He commanded respect from everyone in the room.
natural
As a child, I rarely commanded attention in class.
natural
After years of service, she finally commanded her own ship.
natural