sergeant
word
/ˈsɑɹdʒənt/
SAR-juhnt
/sˈɑːdʒənt/
SAH-juhnt
Definition
A sergeant is a rank in the military or the police, higher than a corporal and lower than a lieutenant. Sergeants often lead small groups of soldiers or officers.
Usage & Nuances
Common in military and police contexts. Abbreviated as 'Sgt.' in writing. Used as a form of address (e.g., 'Sergeant Smith'). Not typically used for non-English-speaking police unless specifically adopted.
Spanish: sargentoPortuguese (BR): sargentoPortuguese (PT): sargentoChinese (Simplified): 中士Chinese (Traditional): 中士Hindi: सार्जेंटArabic: رقيبBengali: সержант - সার্জেন্টRussian: сержантJapanese: 軍曹 - 巡査部長 (警察)Vietnamese: trung sĩKorean: 병장 - 경사 (경찰)Turkish: çavuşUrdu: سارجنٹIndonesian: sersan
Example Sentences
The sergeant gave orders to the soldiers.
basic
My uncle is a sergeant in the police force.
basic
The sergeant checked everyone's uniform.
basic
If you have a problem, talk to your sergeant first.
natural
"Morning, sergeant!" the new recruits greeted him.
natural
The sergeant was promoted after years of hard work.
natural