Translation
general (military rank)
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Word origin
From Latin generalis ('relating to a whole kind'), from genus ('kind, type').
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- generalis
- English cognates
- general, genus
Grammar
Examples
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The general gave the order to attack.
promovida .
She was promoted to general of the army.
reuniram .
The generals met before the battle.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 6, lesson 10: Words 571-580.