English–Japanese

“marshal” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajigensui

Example

有名な元帥の肖像画があります。yū mei na gen sui no shō zō ga ga a ri ma su

There is a portrait of a famous marshal.

Illustration for 元帥 (marshal)

How to say “marshal” in Japanese

“Marshal” in Japanese is 元帥 (gensui).

Refers to a supreme military commander whose title represents the highest rank in an army or similar force.

Full entry for 元帥: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 元帥

国王は功績のあった将軍を元帥に任じました。koku ō wa kō seki no a tta shō gun o gen sui ni nin ji ma shi ta

The king appointed the accomplished general as marshal.

Tips for using 元帥

  • In English military history, marshal often appears in the compound field marshal, which helps distinguish its rank meaning from its uses for civilian officials.

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