Príncipe (en. Prince)

/ˈpɾinθipe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Son of a king, who inherits the throne.
The prince attended the royal ceremony.
El príncipe asistió a la ceremonia real.
Noble title that designates a ruler of a country or region.
The Prince of Wales is the heir to the British throne.
El príncipe de Gales es el heredero al trono británico.
Person who exercises control over a state or territory.
The prince ruled with a firm hand for many years.
El príncipe gobernó con mano firme durante muchos años.

Etymology

From Latin 'princeps', meaning 'the first'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Prince charming
Ideal man, perfect for someone.
Príncipe azul
Prince of peace
Reference to someone who brings tranquility or resolves conflicts.
Príncipe de la paz

Related Words

princess
Daughter of a king or wife of a prince.
princesa
duke
Noble who holds a rank above that of a count.
duque
king
Sovereign of a kingdom.
rey

Slang Meanings

Charming or attractive guy.
That guy is a true prince.
Ese chico es un verdadero príncipe.
Young man who behaves elegantly and politely.
He always treats girls like a prince.
Siempre trata a las chicas como un príncipe.