How to Pronounce "capitan"
word
ˈkæpɪtən
KAP-i-tuhn
kˈæptɪn
KAP-tin
Definition
A captain is the person in charge of a ship, an aircraft, or a team, especially in sports. The term can also refer to a military rank.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkæpɪtən
British English
kˈæptɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAP-i-tuhn
UK
KAP-tin
Listen in Context
The captain of the football team cheered everyone up.
She is the captain of the ship.
My uncle is an army captain.
As soon as the plane landed, the captain made an announcement.