Borbones (en. Bourbons)

/boɾˈβon.es/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Descendants of the French royal family who ruled in Spain.
The Bourbons have played a crucial role in the history of Spain.
Los Borbones han tenido un papel crucial en la historia de España.
Dynasty that has alternated on the Spanish throne with other royal houses.
The Bourbon monarchy has faced various challenges throughout the centuries.
La monarquía de los Borbones ha enfrentado diversos desafíos a lo largo de los siglos.
Family that includes kings and queens of Spain since the 18th century.
Carlos III was one of the most prominent monarchs of the Bourbons in Spain.
Carlos III fue uno de los monarcas más destacados de los Borbones en España.

Etymology

The term comes from the noble family Bourbon, established in France and linked to several royal houses in Europe.

Common Phrases and Expressions

House of Bourbon
Reference to the royal dynasty that rules in Spain.
Casa de Borbón
Bourbon Kings
Term that encompasses the monarchs of the House of Bourbon in Spain.
Reyes Borbones
Bourbonism
Political ideology related to the defense of the Bourbon monarchy regime.
Borbonismo

Related Words

Bourbon
Name of the family that forms the dynasty.
Borbón
monarchy
System of government headed by a king or queen.
monarquía
royal house
Family that exercises sovereign power.
casa real

Slang Meanings

Term used colloquially to refer to nobility.
That event is reserved only for the 'bourbons' of society.
Ese evento está reservado solo para los 'borbones' de la sociedad.
Reference to the aristocracy in humorous situations.
Don't worry, here we are not 'bourbons', just friends.
No te preocupes, aquí no somos 'borbones', solo amigos.