sĩ quan

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The Vietnamese word "sĩ quan" translates to "officer" in English. It refers specifically to a military officer, someone who holds a position of authority and responsibility in the armed forces.

Explanation:

• Noun: "sĩ quan" is a noun used to describe a person who has a rank in the military, such as an army, navy, or air force officer.
• Usage: You would use "sĩ quan" when talking about someone who is in a leadership role within the military.

Example:

• "Ông ấy là một sĩ quan cao cấp trong quân đội."
  • Translation: "He is a senior officer in the army."

Advanced Usage:

• "Sĩ quan" can be used in various contexts related to military operations, hierarchy, or leadership discussions. For example, you might discuss the responsibilities of different ranks such as "sĩ quan chỉ huy" (commanding officer) or "sĩ quan tham mưu" (staff officer).

Word Variants:

• "Sĩ quan" can be combined with other words to specify different types of officers:
  • "Sĩ quan hải quân" - naval officer
  • "Sĩ quan không quân" - air force officer
  • "Sĩ quan lục quân" - army officer

Different Meanings:

While "sĩ quan" primarily refers to military officers, in some contexts, it can also be used more generally to refer to individuals in positions of authority in other organizations, though this usage is less common.

Synonyms:

• "Cán bộ quân đội" - military personnel (a broader term that can include non-officers)
• "Nhà lãnh đạo quân sự" - military leader

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noun

1. officer