Synonyms for

Capitan

Verb / ˈkæpɪtʌn / Another word for capitan — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A captain is a person who is in charge of a ship, aircraft, or sports team.

Synonyms & similar words

skipper commander master leader boss chief skip pilot navigator helmsman coxswain admiral commodore captain-general shipmaster captaincy captainship

Example sentences

  1. The capitan of the soccer team chose the starting lineup.
  2. The capitan of the airplane announced that we would be landing soon.
  3. The capitan of the ship ordered the crew to hoist the sails.
  4. The capitan of the football team called the plays.
  5. The capitan of the submarine dived to avoid detection.

Quotes

  • I cannot go to war without my capitan.
  • The capitan goes down with the ship.
  • A good capitan always goes down with his ship.

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