Empereurs (en. Emperors)
/ɑ̃.pe.ʁœʁ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Title held by the rulers of an empire.
The Roman emperor Augustus was one of the most famous.
L'empereur romain Auguste a été un des plus célèbres.
A person who exercises imperial power.
The emperors of China were considered descendants of the gods.
Les empereurs de Chine étaient considérés comme des descendants des dieux.
Title used by certain historical leaders.
Napoleon crowned himself emperor in 1804.
Napoléon s'est couronné empereur en 1804.
Etymology
From the Latin 'imperator', meaning 'commander'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
the emperor is naked
Expression meaning that the truth is revealed, even if it is delicate.
l'empereur est nu
emperor of fashion
Someone who has a great influence in the fashion field.
empereur de la mode
emperor of the seas
Honorific title that refers to a sovereign of the oceans.
empereur des mers
Related Words
empire
A territory or group of territories controlled by an emperor.
empire
imperial
Relating to an empire or an emperor.
impérial
Roman Empire
One of the most famous empires in history.
empire romain
Slang Meanings
Charismatic, dominant leader.
This boss is a real emperor in his field.
Ce patron est un véritable empereur dans son domaine.
A person who imposes their will.
He acts like an emperor in all projects.
Il agit comme un empereur dans tous les projets.