Reinado (en. Reign)

[reiˈnaðo]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The period of dominion or governance of a king or queen.
The reign of Isabel II was very significant in the history of Spain.
El reinado de Isabel II fue muy significativo en la historia de España.
The time that a monarchy or royal government lasts.
During the reign of Louis XVI, France experienced significant social changes.
Durante el reinado de Luis XVI, Francia vivió importantes cambios sociales.

Etymology

From Latin 'regnatum', which means dominion or government.

Common Phrases and Expressions

reign of terror
Period of repression and fear established by a power.
reinado de terror
in the reign of
Refers to the period of governance of someone.
en el reinado de
absolute reign
Form of government where the king has all the powers.
reinado absoluto

Related Words

king
Male monarch who exercises power in a kingdom.
rey
queen
Female monarch who exercises power in a kingdom.
reina
monarchy
Form of government in which the head of state is a king or queen.
monarquía

Slang Meanings

In popular slang, it can refer to 'superiority' in a group.
That musician is in his reign; everyone follows him.
Ese músico está en su reinado, todos lo siguen.