Marqués (en. Marquis)

/maɾˈkes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
High-ranking noble title, used in various European countries.
The marquis of Salamanca was an important politician and businessman.
El marqués de Salamanca fue un importante político y empresario.
A person who holds this title.
The marquis attended the event with his family.
El marqués asistió al evento con su familia.
Territory or domain that belonged to a marquis.
The marquis managed vast lands in the region.
El marqués administraba vastas tierras en la región.

Etymology

From the French 'marquis', which comes from the Latin 'marchio', meaning 'governor of a march or border'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

marquis of the villa
It refers to a title over a villa or property.
marqués de la villa
to live like a marquis
To live with great luxury and comforts.
vivir como un marqués

Related Words

duke
Noble title superior to the marquis.
duque
count
Noble title inferior to the marquis.
conde
nobility
Social class to which the marquis belongs.
nobleza

Slang Meanings

Sometimes it refers to someone who lives ostentatiously.
That guy behaves like a marquis, always showing off his wealth.
Ese chico se comporta como un marqués, siempre mostrando su riqueza.