士官
Meanings
1
military officer; commissioned officer
Refers to a commissioned officer in the armed forces. In Japanese contexts, it typically covers ranks from second lieutenant upward.
He served as a naval officer for ten years.
Officer cadets undergo rigorous training.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉が士官になるfor someone to become a (commissioned) officer
He underwent training and became an officer.
- 士官として〈動詞〉to act/serve in the capacity of an officer
She works as an officer in the navy.