Cool MateMeaning of Sailor
a person who works on a ship as a member of the crew
In simple words: A person who works on a boat or ship.
Sailor in a sentence
- a crew of two officers and 13 sailors
- The vessels are manned by 1 300 sailors.
- His father was a US Navy sailor.
- Many soldiers, sailors and airmen lost their lives.
- My parents were keen sailors.
- The three missing men were experienced sailors.
How to use Sailor
Use 'sailor' to refer to someone who operates or serves on ships. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts but avoid using it in jokes or informal slang expressions.
Grammar pattern
sailor + (job descriptor)
Memory hint
Think of 'sailor' as 'sail-er', or someone who works with sails.
Related words
Collocations with Sailor
Synonyms for Sailor
- mariner
- deckhand
- seaman
- crew member
- navigator
Opposites of Sailor
- landlubber
- civilian
Common mistakes with Sailor
- 'Sailor' is often confused with 'sail', which refers to the fabric used on ships.
- Some learners use 'sailor' to describe any boat enthusiast, but it specifically refers to someone with a professional job.
- 'Sailor' can mistakenly be treated as a plural noun when it refers to one person.
Sailor appears in
Sailor in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
بحار
شخص يشتغل على قارب أو سفينة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
নাবিক
নৌকা বা জাহাজে কাজ করা একজন ব্যক্তি।
- GermanDeutsch
Seemann
Jemand, der auf einem Boot oder Schiff arbeitet.
- SpanishEspañol
Marinero
Una persona que trabaja en un barco o buque.
- Persianفارسی
ملوان
یه آدم که روی قایق یا کشتی کار میکنه.
- FrenchFrançais
Marin
Quelqu'un qui travaille sur un bateau ou un navire.
- Hindiहिन्दी
नाविक
नाव या जहाज पर काम करने वाला व्यक्ति।
- ItalianItaliano
Marinaio
Una persona che lavora su una barca o una nave.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Marinheiro
Alguém que trabalha num barco ou navio.
- RussianРусский
Моряк
Человек, который работает на лодке или корабле.
- Urduاردو
ناخدا
وہ شخص جو کشتی یا جہاز پر کام کرتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
水手
在船或船上工作的人。
More words like Sailor
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
- AbsolutelyB1
used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Frequently asked questions about Sailor
What does Sailor mean?
A person who works on a boat or ship.
What is the definition of Sailor?
a person who works on a ship as a member of the crew
How do you use Sailor in a sentence?
a crew of two officers and 13 sailors
Can you give another example of Sailor?
The vessels are manned by 1 300 sailors.
What are synonyms for Sailor?
Common alternatives include mariner, deckhand, seaman, crew member, navigator.
What is the opposite of Sailor?
Opposite meanings include landlubber, civilian.
What words go with Sailor?
It commonly pairs with avid, keen, experienced, outfit, suit, hat, avid, keen, experienced, outfit, suit, hat.
What are common mistakes when using Sailor?
'Sailor' is often confused with 'sail', which refers to the fabric used on ships. Some learners use 'sailor' to describe any boat enthusiast, but it specifically refers to someone with a professional job. 'Sailor' can mistakenly be treated as a plural noun when it refers to one person.
How do you pronounce Sailor?
US: /["/ˈseɪlər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈseɪlə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Sailor?
Use 'sailor' to refer to someone who operates or serves on ships. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts but avoid using it in jokes or informal slang expressions.
What CEFR level is Sailor?
"Sailor" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.