What does "teniente" mean in English?

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Spanish

teniente

English

lieutenant

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Examples of how to use "teniente" in Spanish

Spanish
El teniente dio las órdenes.
English
The lieutenant gave the orders.
Spanish
El teniente llegó al cuartel temprano.
English
The lieutenant arrived at the barracks early.
Spanish
Conozco al teniente de esa unidad.
English
I know the lieutenant from that unit.
Spanish
El teniente dio órdenes claras hoy.
English
The lieutenant gave clear orders today.
Spanish
¿Dónde está el teniente responsable aquí?
English
Where is the responsible lieutenant here?

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El teniente dio las órdenes.

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