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    Chambellan (en. Chamberlain)

    /ʃɑ̃.bɛ.lɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A chamberlain is a court officer who assists the monarch in his private affairs.
    The chamberlain organized the king's festivities.
    Le chambellan a organisé les festivités du roi.
    He is also responsible for managing the royal household affairs.
    The chamberlain oversaw the decoration of the king's chamber.
    Le chambellan a supervisé la décoration de la chambre du roi.
    The term can also refer to a trusted man who has a close role to the sovereign.
    As a chamberlain, he was one of the king's closest advisors.
    En tant que chambellan, il était l'un des plus proches conseillers du roi.

    Etymology

    The word 'chambellan' comes from the Latin 'cambellanus', which means 'pertaining to the chamber'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to act as a chamberlain
    To act as an assistant or advisor to an influential person.
    faire le chambellan
    the king's chamberlain
    Specifically relating to the person who holds this position for the king.
    le chambellan du roi

    Related Words

    chamber
    A space or room, often used in a royal context.
    chambre
    court
    The group of people surrounding a king or queen.
    cour
    monarch
    Crowned head, king or queen who holds power.
    monarque

    Slang Meanings

    A prestigious escort.
    He acts as a chamberlain for all visiting celebrities.
    Il agit comme un chambellan pour toutes les célébrités en visite.
    A person who helps organize large-scale events.
    At grand parties, she is the chamberlain who ensures that everything is perfect.
    Dans les grandes soirées, elle est le chambellan qui s'assure que tout soit parfait.