almirante
“almirante” means “admiral” in Spanish (high-ranking naval officer).
admiral
Also: fleet commander
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El almirante dio la orden de zarpar a toda la flota.
B2The admiral gave the order for the entire fleet to set sail.
La almirante es responsable de la estrategia naval en el Atlántico.
C1The admiral (female) is responsible for the naval strategy in the Atlantic.
Ascendieron al capitán al rango de almirante después de la misión exitosa.
B2They promoted the captain to the rank of admiral after the successful mission.
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This word has a fascinating history! It comes from the Arabic phrase *amīr al-baḥr*, which literally means 'commander of the sea'. It entered Spanish through contacts in the Mediterranean during the Middle Ages.
First recorded: Around the 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I refer to a woman who holds the rank of 'almirante'?
You use the feminine article 'la' with the same word form: 'la almirante'. (Example: 'La almirante es muy respetada.')