What does "capitán" mean in English?

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Spanish

capitán

English

captain

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Examples of how to use "capitán" in Spanish

Spanish
El capitán dirigió el barco.
English
The captain steered the ship.
Spanish
El capitán da órdenes claras a todos.
English
The captain gives clear orders to everyone.
Spanish
Nuestra amiga saludó al capitán del barco.
English
Our friend greeted the ship's captain.
Spanish
El capitán decidió cambiar la ruta.
English
The captain decided to change the route.
Spanish
¿Quién es el capitán de este equipo?
English
Who is the captain of this team?

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El capitán dirigió el barco.

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