Majestad (en. Majesty)

/ma.xes.tad/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Title given to kings and queens.
Her Majesty the King signed the decree.
Su majestad el rey firmó el decreto.
The quality of what is majestic or impressive.
The majesty of the mountain was overwhelming.
La majestad de la montaña era abrumadora.
Used in formal contexts to refer to a person's dignity.
He addressed His Majesty with respect.
Se dirigió a su majestad con respeto.

Etymology

From Latin 'maiestas', which means greatness or dignity.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Her Majesty
A way to address a king or queen.
Su Majestad
Majesty of the sea
Referring to the stunning view of the ocean.
Majestad del mar

Related Words

majestic
Having majesty. Of great beauty and dignity.
majestuoso
majesty
The quality of being majestic.
majestuosidad

Slang Meanings

Colloquial use to refer to someone of great importance.
That guy thinks he's a majesty because of his connections.
Ese tipo se cree una majestad por sus conexiones.
A slang term to describe a situation worthy of attention.
That party was a true majesty.
Esa fiesta fue una auténtica majestad.