How do native speakers pronounce "captain" in English?

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How to pronounce“captain”in English

noun

IPA/ˈkæp.tən/

Syllablescap·tain

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Definitions of “captain”

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noun

A chief or leader.

“For out of the shal come a captaine, whych shall govern my people israhel.”

noun

The person lawfully in command of a ship or other vessel.

“Merchants, common sailors, captains of vessels, skippers, […] naval officers of all countries, and the Governments of several states on the two continents, were deeply interested in the matter.”

verb

To act as captain

verb

To exercise command of a ship, aircraft or sports team.

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