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    Reinaba (en. Reigned)

    /reiˈnaβa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To govern a kingdom or a place.
    She reigned with justice and wisdom.
    Ella reinaba con justicia y sabiduría.
    To have control or prevail in a context.
    Love reigned among them during the party.
    El amor reinaba entre ellos durante la fiesta.
    To be present or dominant.
    Sadness reigned in the room after the news.
    La tristeza reinaba en la sala tras la noticia.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'regnare', meaning to govern.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Chaos reigned
    The situation was disorganized and out of control.
    Reinaba el caos
    Peace reigned
    The atmosphere was calm and harmonious.
    Reinaba la paz
    Silence reigned
    There was no noise at all in the place.
    Reinaba el silencio

    Related Words

    king
    Sovereign of a kingdom.
    rey
    queen
    Wife of the king or woman who governs.
    reina
    reign
    Period in which a king or queen exercises their power.
    reinado

    Slang Meanings

    Used to describe a situation of total control.
    At the party, the music reigned and everyone danced.
    En la fiesta, la música reinaba y todos bailaban.
    Refers to a period of happiness or dominance.
    In her home, joy always reigned.
    En su casa, la alegría siempre reinaba.