Imperios (en. Empires)

/imˈpeɾios/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A set of territories under the control of a central authority.
The Roman Empire was one of the greatest in history.
El Imperio Romano fue uno de los más grandes de la historia.
An organization or power structure that exerts influence over other places or people.
Colonial empires changed the history of many nations.
Los imperios coloniales cambiaron la historia de muchas naciones.
A concept that refers to predominance or supremacy in a specific domain.
The company has an empire in the technology market.
La compañía tiene un imperio en el mercado tecnológico.

Etymology

From Latin 'imperium', which means dominion or power.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Roman Empire
It refers to the ancient empire that dominated much of Europe and the Mediterranean.
imperio romano
Empires of evil
Expression used to refer to those countries considered enemies in a political context.
imperios del mal
To build an empire
Building power or authority in a specific area.
hacer imperio

Related Words

imperialism
Policy of expansion of a country over others through force or influence.
imperialismo
imperial
Related to an empire or supreme authority.
imperial
emperor
Title used for the sovereigns of an empire.
emperador

Slang Meanings

Total control over a business or activity.
That brand has created an empire in the fashion industry.
Esa marca ha creado un imperio en la industria de la moda.
Dominion or influence over a group or community.
The group exerts an empire over the club's decisions.
El grupo ejerce un imperio sobre las decisiones del club.