C1noun 1K

Squad

🇬🇧 UK /["/skwɒd/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/skwɑːd/"]/

Meaning of Squad

a section of a police force that deals with a particular type of crime

In simple words: A small group of people who work or play together.

Squad in a sentence

• The police squad quickly arrived at the scene to control the situation.
• Our soccer squad has been training hard for the upcoming championship.
• He was assigned to a fire rescue squad specializing in hazardous materials.
• The tactical squad executed the operation flawlessly under tight security.
• A squad of hackers managed to breach the company’s cybersecurity system.

How to use Squad

Often used in informal contexts to refer to friends, teammates, or a group with a shared purpose. It may not be appropriate in formal writing or speeches.

Grammar pattern

squad + noun (e.g., squad leader)

Memory hint

Sounds like 'squadron' — imagine a cool squad of pilots flying together!

Related words

Collocations with Squad

• elite
• anti-terrorist
• bomb
• lead
• detective
• officer
• leader
• in a/​the squad
• good
• strong
• first-team
• lead
• join
• make
• member
• player
• in a/​the squad
• on the squad
• elite
• anti-terrorist
• bomb
• lead
• detective
• officer
• leader
• in a/​the squad
• firing
• assassination
• death
• lead
• form
• leader
• member

Synonyms for Squad

• group
• team
• crew
• gang
• band

Opposites of Squad

• individual
• lone

Common mistakes with Squad

• Confusing 'squad' with 'team', as 'squad' is often smaller or more casual.
• Using 'squad' for formal groups where 'group' or 'team' would be better.
• Using 'squadrons' when referring to a casual group.

Frequently asked questions about Squad

What does Squad mean?

A small group of people who work or play together.

What is the definition of Squad?

a section of a police force that deals with a particular type of crime

How do you use Squad in a sentence?

The police squad quickly arrived at the scene to control the situation.

Can you give another example of Squad?

Our soccer squad has been training hard for the upcoming championship.

What are synonyms for Squad?

Common alternatives include group, team, crew, gang, band.

What is the opposite of Squad?

Opposite meanings include individual, lone.

What words go with Squad?

It commonly pairs with elite, anti-terrorist, bomb, lead, detective, officer, leader, in a/​the squad, good, strong, first-team, lead, join, make, member, player, in a/​the squad, on the squad, elite, anti-terrorist, bomb, lead, detective, officer, leader, in a/​the squad, firing, assassination, death, lead, form, leader, member.

What are common mistakes when using Squad?

Confusing 'squad' with 'team', as 'squad' is often smaller or more casual. Using 'squad' for formal groups where 'group' or 'team' would be better. Using 'squadrons' when referring to a casual group.

How do you pronounce Squad?

US: /["/skwɑːd/"]/, UK: /["/skwɒd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Squad?

Often used in informal contexts to refer to friends, teammates, or a group with a shared purpose. It may not be appropriate in formal writing or speeches.

What CEFR level is Squad?

"Squad" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.