A 20 words list about common vocabulary used in the army
ambush
Noun
A surprise attack conducted by an enemy lying in wait
Example: We have reports of enemy soldiers ambushing civilians on this road.
fr: embuscade
artillery
noun
Very large guns that are moved on wheels or metal tracks, or the part of the army that uses these
Example: The troops were being bombarded by artillery.
fr: artillerie
boot camp
noun
A place for training soldiers.
Example: Boot camp helps people build strength and improve their fitness quickly and effectively.
fr: camp d'entrainement
colonel
noun
An officer of high rank in the army or air force.
Example: The Colonel was buried with full military honours.
fr: colonel
corporal
noun
A person of low rank in the army or the air force.
Example: As punishment,the corporal was demoted to private.
fr: caporal
drone
noun
An aircraft or small flying device that does not have a pilot.
Example: Using drones reduces risks for soldiers by keeping them away from dangerous areas.
fr: drone
flotilla
noun
A large group of boats or small ships.
Example: The flotilla sailed across the bay, showcasing the beauty of the sunset and calm waters, creating a perfect scene for all the onlookers enjoying their evening.
fr: flottille
guerilla
noun
A member of an unofficial military group that is trying to change the government by making sudden, unexpected attacks on the official army forces.
Example: The guerrilla fighters hid in the forest, planning their next surprise attack.
fr: guérilla
infantry
noun
The part of an army that fights on foot.
Example: Infantry units serve as the foundational backbone of military operations, demonstrating versatility, resilience, and strategic importance in both offensive and defensive scenarios.
fr: infanterie
medal
noun
A small metal disc, with words or a picture on it, given as a reward for a brave action, for winning a competition, or to remember a special event.
Example: He was awarded a medal for bravery.
fr: médaille
mine
noun
A type of bomb put below the earth or in the sea that explodes when vehicles, ships, or people go over it.
Example: Devices such as mines can remain inactive for years before exploding.
fr: mine
navy
noun
The part of a country's armed forces that is trained to operate at sea.
Example: My brother is an officer in the Navy.
fr: marine
paratrooper
noun
A soldier trained to be dropped from an aircraft with a parachute.
Example: In the army, the paratrooper is crucial for missions that require rapid and effective deployment from the air.
fr: parachutiste
prisoner of war
noun
A member of the armed forces who has been caught by enemy forces during a war.
Example: Prisoners of war can be exchanged, detained, or held until the end of the conflict.
fr: prisionnier de guerre
radar
noun
A device or system for finding the position or speed of objects, such as aircraft, that cannot be seen, by measuring the direction and timing of short radio waves that are sent out and reflect back from the objects.
Example: Thanks to military radars, the armed forces can accurately locate imminent enemy targets.
fr: radar
reserves
noun
A segment of armed forces that are maintained in a state of readiness to provide reinforcement during combat or to rapidly assemble a larger military presence when necessary.
Example: Military reserve forces are often essential to support operations in times of crisis and ensure a rapid response.
fr: réserves
rifle
noun
A type of gun with a long barrel, fired from the shoulder and designed to be accurate at long distances.
Example: The armed forces use weapons such as the rifle for their effectiveness on the battlefield.
fr: rifle
salute
noun
To make a formal sign of respect to someone, especially by raising the right hand to the side of the head.
Example: The military salute was performed with precision by the recruits.
fr: salut
tank
noun
A large military fighting vehicle designed to protect those inside it from attack, driven by wheels that turn inside moving metal belts.
Example: The soldier climbed into the tank and prepared for battle.
fr: char d'assault
war
noun
Armed fighting between two or more countries or groups, or a particular example of this.
Example: He had a feeling the war was just starting to get interesting.
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