Reinar (en. Reign)
/rei'nar/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To exercise the supreme power of a kingdom.
The king used to reign with justice and wisdom.
El rey solía reinar con justicia y sabiduría.
To predominate or dominate in a certain sphere.
Love always reigns in their home.
El amor siempre reina en su hogar.
To live or be in a state of peace or happiness.
We hope that harmony reigns among all.
Esperamos que reine la armonía entre todos.
Etymology
From the Latin 'regnare', which means to govern.
Common Phrases and Expressions
reign at home
To have authority or control in the home.
reinar en casa
queen of hearts
A person who is loved and revered by others.
reina de corazones
reign over others
To have control or influence over others.
reinar sobre los demás
Related Words
reign
Period during which a king or queen exercises their power.
reinado
kingdom
Territory governed by a king or queen.
reino
kings
Monarchs who exercise power in a kingdom.
reyes
Slang Meanings
To be at the top or to be the best at something.
At the party, she reigned with her dancing.
En la fiesta, ella reinó con su baile.
To dominate a situation in a comedic or exaggerated way.
That joke reigned the conversation last night.
Ese chiste reinó la conversación anoche.