Prince (en. Prince)

/prins/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A man who is the son of a king.
The crown prince is preparing to take the throne.
El príncipe heredero se prepara para asumir el trono.
A high-ranking noble title.
The Prince of Wales is known worldwide.
El príncipe de Gales es conocido en todo el mundo.
A figure of authority in a principality.
The prince made important decisions for his people.
El príncipe tomó decisiones importantes para su pueblo.

Etymology

From Latin 'princeps', which means 'the first' or 'the most important'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

blue prince
Ideal or perfect man in love.
príncipe azul
princes and beggars
It refers to the duality between wealth and poverty.
príncipes y mendigos

Related Words

princess
Daughter of a king or queen.
princesa
royalty
Social category to which monarchs belong.
realeza
nobility
Group of people belonging to the upper or aristocratic class.
nobleza

Slang Meanings

Person with attitudes of greatness or superiority.
That prince-like attitude won't win him friends.
Esa actitud de príncipe no le ganará amigos.
Boy or young man who behaves with too much pride.
The new kid at school is a prince, always wanting to get attention.
El nuevo en la escuela es un príncipe, siempre quiere llamar la atención.