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comandante

comandante

8.4
A military rank in some Spanish-speaking countries equal to major
  • noun
  • /kəˌmɑːnˈdɑːnteɪ/
  • Specialized
translation icon : comandante
  • During the meeting, the comandante emphasized the importance of discipline and coordination among the ranks.

Examples

  • I'm Commander Richter, comandante principals of the Swiss Guard.

    Angels & Demons (2009)

  • The Comandante wouldn't just annihilate them?

    At Play in the Fields of the Lord (1991)

  • In Madrid in June 1978, Montonero comandante Horacio Mendizabal confirmed to reporters that a portable Montonero explosives unit had been set up in Lebanon for Fatah.

    Blog text (19)

  • The comandante addressed his troops before the mission began, outlining the strategy for their advance.

  • In the military parade, the comandante proudly led his unit, showcasing their uniformed precision and dedication.

Synonyms

commander
vscomandante
  • Specialized
537 4.2

An officer in the navy or air force who leads a unit

is the equivalent rank title used in some Spanish speaking forces
commanding officer
vscomandante
  • Specialized
80 4.1

An officer in charge of a group of soldiers

is a rank title for that level rather than any officer in charge
military leader
vscomandante
68 3.3

A person who commands soldiers or an army

is a formal rank title for a specific level within armed forces

Antonyms

subordinate
21 4.8

Lower in rank or importance and under someone's control

Surface Forms

comandante singular
comandantes plural

Etymology

Comandante comes from the Latin mandare 'to order' and is the same root as the English rank commander. That's why comandante is used as a military rank for someone who gives orders.