Translation
sergeant
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Word origin
From Latin servientem, the accusative of serviens ('one serving'), from servire ('to serve'). The same root gives sergeant, servant and serve.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- serviens
- English cognates
- sergeant, servant, serve
Grammar
Examples
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The sergeant gave the order to march in step.
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He became a sergeant after two years in the army.
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The sergeant speaks loudly to his young soldiers.
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The sergeant ordered the soldiers to stay in position.
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His grandfather became a sergeant during the war.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 14, lesson 2: sergent, mademoiselle, construire and 7 more words.