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    Monarquía (en. Monarchy)

    /moˈnaɾki.a/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Political system in which a monarch is the head of state.
    The British monarchy is one of the oldest in the world.
    La monarquía británica es una de las más antiguas del mundo.
    Reign of a monarch or the duration of their mandate.
    During the monarchy of Philip II, Spain reached its greatest splendor.
    Durante la monarquía de Felipe II, España alcanzó su mayor esplendor.
    State governed by a monarch.
    The monarchy of Saudi Arabia is known for its wealth and natural resources.
    La monarquía de Arabia Saudita es conocida por su riqueza y recursos naturales.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'monarkhía', which means 'government by one alone'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    constitutional monarchy
    System in which the monarch shares power with a legislative body.
    monarquía constitucional
    absolute monarchy
    System where the monarch has unlimited powers.
    monarquía absoluta
    to be of the monarchy
    To belong to or be related to a royal family.
    ser de la monarquía

    Related Words

    monarch
    Sovereign, king, or queen of a kingdom.
    monarca
    dynasty
    Succession of kings from the same family.
    dinastía
    prince
    Son or daughter of the monarch.
    príncipe

    Slang Meanings

    Royalty
    He has always dreamed of living as part of the royalty.
    Siempre ha soñado con vivir como parte de la realeza.
    Royal crusade
    When someone acts in a very authoritarian manner, they can jokingly be called 'king' or 'queen' of the royal crusade.
    Cuando alguien actúa de manera muy autoritaria, se le puede llamar en broma 'rey' o 'reina' de la cruzada real.