Reinas (en. Queens)

/'reinas/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Women who are sovereigns in a kingdom.
The queens of Europe gathered to discuss important issues.
Las reinas de Europa se reunieron para discutir temas importantes.
Women who possess qualities of leadership and grace.
Beauty queens are admired for their elegance.
Las reinas de belleza son admiradas por su elegancia.
Symbolic figures in a game or competition, such as in chess.
In chess, queens are very powerful pieces.
En el ajedrez, las reinas son piezas muy poderosas.

Etymology

From Latin 'regina', which means 'the one who reigns'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

queen of the home
Refers to a woman who manages and cares for her home.
reina del hogar
the queen of the party
A woman who stands out at a social celebration.
la reina de la fiesta
queen mother
A dominant maternal figure in terms of influence or respect.
reina madre

Related Words

reign
Period during which a queen reigns.
reinado
queen consort
Wife of a king who is not sovereign in her own right.
reina consorte
queen mother
Term for a mother who is, or was, a queen.
reina madre

Slang Meanings

Person who stands out in their social sphere.
That girl is the queen of local socialism.
Esa chica es la reina del socialismo local.
Woman who feels attractive and confident.
Today I feel like a queen.
Hoy me siento como una reina.