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masculine

saʁˈʒẽtu

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Translation

sergeant

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Word origin

From Old French sergent, from Latin serviens, meaning one who serves.

Origin
Latin (via Old French)
Root
serviens
English cognates
servant, service

Grammar

Gendermasculine
Pluralsargentos

Examples

claras .

The sergeant gave clear orders to the soldiers.

promovida .

She was promoted to sergeant this year.

recrutas.

The sergeants train the new recruits.

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This word is taught in chapter 7, lesson 10: Words 671-680.