captain

verb

  • To be the captain of something.
  • To lead a ship, airplane, or sports team.

noun

  • A chief or leader.
  • The person in charge of a ship or boat.
  • The leader of a sports team who helps make decisions.
  • The head boy or girl at a school.


Synonym

  • leader
  • chief
  • team leader

Word Explanation:

  • A captain is the leader of a team or a ship. They make important decisions and help everyone do their best.

Word in hindi

कप्तान (Kaptān)

kaptān

Other variations in hindi

  • सिपाही (Sipāhī) sipāhī
  • कप्तान (Kaptān) kaptān

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'captain' mean?

A captain is a person who leads a group, like a team or a ship. They are in charge and help everyone work together.

How do you pronounce 'captain'?

You say 'captain' like this: kap-tin.

What is the origin of the word 'captain'?

The word 'captain' comes from the Latin word 'capitaneus', which means 'chief' or 'leader'.

What is the meaning of 'captain' in Kannada?

The word 'captain' in Kannada is 'ಕಪ್ತಾನ್' (Kaptān).