corporal in French
corporal in French is caporal, corporal — corporal means relating to the physical body rather than the mind or spirit.
corporal in French
caporal
(military) A non-commissioned officer army rank with NATO code OR-4. The rank below a sergeant but above a lance corporal and private.
corporal
(ecclesiastical) The white linen cloth on which the elements of the Eucharist are placed; a communion cloth.
What does "corporal" mean?
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adj Relating to the physical body rather than the mind or spirit.
"Corporal punishment involves physically striking someone as a penalty."
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noun A junior military rank, above private and below sergeant.
"She was promoted to corporal after two years of service."
corporal in a sentence
- Corporal punishment involves physically striking someone as a penalty.
- The soldiers endured great corporal hardship on the march.
- She was promoted to corporal after two years of service.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "corporal" in French?
"corporal" in French is caporal, corporal. corporal means: Relating to the physical body rather than the mind or spirit.
How do you use "corporal" in a sentence?
Example: "Corporal punishment involves physically striking someone as a penalty." In French, "corporal" is caporal, corporal.
Are there other ways to say "corporal" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "corporal": caporal, corporal.
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