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    Pharaon (en. Pharaoh)

    /faʁɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Title given to the kings of ancient Egypt.
    Pharaoh Ramses II is famous for his conquests.
    Le pharaon Ramsès II est célèbre pour ses conquêtes.
    A person holding supreme, tyrannical power.
    He behaves like a pharaoh, dictating every decision.
    Il se comporte comme un pharaon, dictant chaque décision.
    Reference to greatness or majesty.
    This company is led by a pharaoh of the industry.
    Cette entreprise est dirigée par un pharaon du secteur.

    Etymology

    From the ancient Greek 'pharaō' and the Hebrew 'per' which means 'house'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    modern-day pharaoh
    A person who exercises authoritarian power in a current context.
    pharaon des temps modernes
    like a pharaoh
    In a grandiose or ostentatious manner.
    comme un pharaon
    the pharaoh and his people
    The relationship between a leader and his entourage.
    le pharaon et son peuple

    Related Words

    Egypt
    Country known for its pharaohs and pyramids.
    Égypte
    pyramid
    Funerary monument built for pharaohs.
    pyramide
    sphinx
    Mythical statue often associated with pharaohs.
    sphinx

    Slang Meanings

    A person with great power or influence.
    This businessman is a real pharaoh in the field.
    Ce businessman est un vrai pharaon dans le milieu.
    One who spends a lot of money.
    He spent like a pharaoh at the party.
    Il a dépensé comme un pharaon lors de la fête.