el
masculine
/alˈfe.ɾeθ/
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Translation
second lieutenant, ensign
Word origin
From Arabic al-faris ('the horseman, the knight'), reflecting the standard-bearer's mounted role in medieval armies.
- Origin
- Arabic
- Root
- al-faris
Grammar
Gendermasculine
Pluralalférecesirregular
Examples
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The second lieutenant gave the order to his soldiers.
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My grandfather was an ensign during the war.
saludó .
The young second lieutenant saluted the captain.
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How many second lieutenants are there in this regiment?
condujo tropa firmeza.
The second lieutenant led the troop firmly.
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