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El sargento dio la orden de avanzar.
B1The sergeant gave the order to advance.
Mi abuelo fue sargento en el ejército.
B1My grandfather was a sergeant in the army.
Un sargento de policía nos pidió los documentos.
B2A police sergeant asked us for our documents.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender for People
This word is masculine, but when talking about a woman, you can say 'la sargento'. The form 'la sargenta' is also correct and widely used.
⭐ Usage Tips
Context is Key
This word almost always refers to a rank in a structured group like the army, police, or firefighters. The context will tell you which one.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: sargento
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'sargento' to talk about a tool?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a female version of 'sargento'?
Yes. While you can say 'la sargento' to refer to a female sergeant (using the same masculine form), the word 'la sargenta' is also correct and becoming more common. Both are understood.
How did a tool get the same name as a military rank?
The exact reason isn't certain, but it's likely a fun comparison. The tool 'forces' pieces of wood or metal to stay together in a fixed position, much like a military sergeant enforces discipline and order.