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    Marques (en. Marquis)

    /maʁ.kɛs/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Nobility that has a territory or domain.
    The marquis of the country was responsible for the administration of his lands.
    El marques del país se encargaba de la administración de sus tierras.
    Person who holds this title of nobility.
    The marquis attended the ceremony at the palace.
    El marques asistió a la ceremonia en palacio.
    Term used to describe a level of status in the noble hierarchy.
    The marquis is considered a prestigious title in the aristocracy.
    El marques es considerado un título prestigioso en la aristocracia.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'marchio', which refers to a noble responsible for the defense of a march or border territory.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    marchioness
    Wife of a marquis.
    marquesa
    marquis of the house
    Term that refers to a marquis of a specific dwelling or property.
    marques de casa

    Related Words

    duke
    Noble title superior to that of marquis.
    duque
    count
    Noble title inferior to that of marquis.
    conde

    Slang Meanings

    In some contexts, refers to a person with a luxurious lifestyle.
    That guy lives like a marquis.
    Ese tipo vive como un marques.
    Used to describe someone who acts superior or pretentious.
    Don’t act like a marquis if you don’t have the money.
    No actúes como un marques si no tienes el dinero.