Japanese word

将校

Pronunciation

Romajishōkō

Meaning

  • nounofficer

Example

その将校は部下に命令します。so no shō kō wa bu ka ni mei rei shi ma su

That officer gives orders to his subordinates.

Illustration for 将校 (officer)

More examples

若い将校が新しい隊員に敬礼の仕方を教えます。waka i shō kō ga atara shi i tai in ni kei rei no shi kata o oshi e ma su

A young officer teaches new recruits how to salute.

Core concept

Refers to a military member who holds a command rank and leads or manages other service members.

Common phrases

  • 将校になるshō kō ni na ru

    become an officer

Similar words

士官shikan: A military officer with a formal commissioned rank in the armed forces.

Definition in Japanese

軍隊で、兵士を指揮する立場にある軍人。gun tai de hei shi o shi ki su ru tachi ba ni a ru gun jin

Word origin

将校 (shōkō) is a Sino-Japanese compound of 将 (shō, "commander") and 校 (kō, "military rank term"), reflecting the historical Chinese military title 校尉 (xiàowèi) and meaning an officer.

Usage tips

  • In Japanese, 将校 (shōkō) specifically means a military officer, while the English word "officer" can also refer to a police officer or a company official.

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