Emperatriz (en. Empress)

/em.pe.ɾaˈtɾiz/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Title given to the woman who rules an empire.
The empress dedicated herself to promoting culture in her kingdom.
La emperatriz se dedicó a promover la cultura en su reino.
Wife of an emperor.
The empress accompanied her husband to the ceremony.
La emperatriz acompañó a su marido en la ceremonia.
Woman who plays a role of great power and dominance.
Her leadership style made her seem like a true empress.
Su estilo de liderazgo la hacía parecer una verdadera emperatriz.

Etymology

From Latin 'imperatrix', which is the feminine form of 'imperator'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

The empress of fashion
Refers to a woman who has a significant impact in the fashion world.
La emperatriz de la moda
Empress in her home
A woman who has great control and power in her home.
Emperatriz en su casa

Related Words

empire
Set of territories and people under the authority of an emperor or empress.
imperio
emperor
Title given to the monarch who rules an empire.
emperor
sovereignty
Power or authority that a state has to govern itself.
soberanía

Slang Meanings

Woman who leads a group or project in a strong manner.
That girl is a true empress in her work team.
Esa chica es una verdadera emperatriz en su equipo de trabajo.
Person who stands out for her elegance and style.
She is the empress of the event; everyone looks at her.
Ella es la emperatriz del evento, todos la miran.