troops
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Noun — Soldiers, especially as a collective military force.
How to use troops
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Frequently asked questions
What does “troops” mean?
The word “troops” means soldiers, especially as a collective military force. In plain terms, soldiers considered as a group.
How do you pronounce “troops”?
“Troops” is pronounced troops (/tɹuːps/ in IPA).
How do you use “troops” in a sentence?
Here is “troops” used in a sentence: “The government announced the withdrawal of troops from the region.”
What part of speech is “troops”?
“Troops” is a noun.
Is “troops” a common word?
“Troops” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between troops and soldiers?
Soldiers are individual members of an army, while troops refers to soldiers gathered as a body — a collective term for military personnel. You might say '500 troops were deployed', meaning 500 service members together. 'Soldiers' can also mean specifically army personnel, whereas 'troops' can cover sailors, marines and airmen as well.
Does 'troops' always mean soldiers?
Usually, but not always. In military contexts, troops means soldiers or armed forces. A single 'troop', however, can mean an organised unit, such as a troop of cavalry or a Scout troop. The word also describes groups of animals, as in a troop of baboons. Context makes the intended meaning clear.
What is an example of troops in a sentence?
News reports often use it, as in 'thousands of troops were sent to the border' or 'the troops returned home after a long deployment'. It suits any situation involving soldiers acting together — training exercises, peacekeeping missions or combat. The word emphasises the force as a whole rather than named individuals.