generals
word · lemma: general
/ˈdʒɛnɝəɫz/
JEN-ur-uhlz
/dʒˈɛnəɹəlz/
JEN-uh-ruhlz
Definition
'Generals' is the plural form of 'general', which is a high-ranking officer in the military, in charge of large groups of soldiers or important operations.
Usage & Nuances
Always used in the plural, referring to more than one military general. Usually formal, seen in history, news, or military discussions. Do not confuse 'general' (rank) with 'general' (common/overall).
Spanish: generalesPortuguese (BR): generaisPortuguese (PT): generaisChinese (Simplified): 将军们Chinese (Traditional): 將軍們Hindi: जनरल्सArabic: جنرالاتBengali: জেনারেলরাRussian: генералыJapanese: 将軍たちVietnamese: các tướngKorean: 장군들Turkish: generallerUrdu: جنرلزIndonesian: para jenderal
Example Sentences
The generals met to discuss the war plan.
basic
Several generals gave speeches at the ceremony.
basic
The president met with military generals.
basic
Not all generals agreed on the strategy, which led to delays.
natural
The young officers looked up to the experienced generals for guidance.
natural
After the meeting, the generals issued a joint statement to the press.
natural