What is another word for lieutenant commander?
Pronunciation: [lɛftˈɛnənt kəmˈandə] (IPA) 
The term "lieutenant commander" is often used to refer to a naval officer rank that falls below commander and above lieutenant. However, there are a number of synonyms that can be used to describe this rank. One such synonym is the French word "capitaine de corvette," which is used in some naval forces around the world. Another synonym is "korvettenkapitän," which is a rank used in the German Navy. In the British Royal Navy, the equivalent rank is called a "lieutenant colonel." Other synonyms for "lieutenant commander" include "lieutenant de vaisseau" in the French Navy and "teniente de navío" in the Spanish Navy.
