Reino (en. Kingdom)
ˈrei̯no
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Taxonomic category that groups several phyla of living beings.
The animal kingdom includes all animals, from the simplest to the most complex.
El reino animal incluye todos los animales, desde los más simples hasta los más complejos.
Domain or territory governed by a king or queen.
The Kingdom of Spain has a rich cultural history.
El reino de España tiene una rica historia cultural.
Space or area where authority is exercised or an activity is developed.
The realm of art extends beyond physical borders.
El reino del arte se extiende más allá de las fronteras físicas.
Etymology
From Latin 'regnum', meaning 'government' or 'domination'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
king of kings
Expression that refers to the highest authority or power.
rey de reyes
kingdom of glass
Allegory of something very fragile and vulnerable.
reino de cristal
in the realm of the possible
Expression used to refer to what can be reached or accomplished.
en el reino de lo posible
Related Words
queen
Woman who wields power in a kingdom.
reina
to reign
To exercise power or authority in a kingdom.
reinar
reign
Period of time during which a person is king or queen.
reinado
Slang Meanings
To be at the top of something, to be the best.
That player is in his kingdom, he is unstoppable on the field.
Ese jugador está en su reino, es imparable en el campo.
To have total control over a situation.
At the party, she was the queen of the kingdom, everyone did what she said.
En la fiesta, ella era la reina del reino, todos hacían lo que decía.