Reinos (en. Kingdoms)

/ˈreinɔs/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A set of territories governed by a monarch.
The medieval kingdoms of Europe fought among themselves for more territory.
Los reinos medievales de Europa luchaban entre sí por obtener más territorio.
Division in biological classification.
In biology, living beings are classified into five kingdoms.
En la biología se clasifican los seres vivos en cinco reinos.
Scope of action or influence.
The king had authority over all the kingdoms in his domain.
El rey tenía autoridad en todos los reinos de su dominio.

Etymology

From Latin 'regnum', which means 'reign'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

crystal kingdoms
refers to a situation or place that is very fragile.
reinos de cristal
distant kingdoms
indicates distant or unreachable places or situations.
reinos lejanos
each kingdom in its place
each thing must be placed or valued in its context.
cada reino en su lugar

Related Words

king
Highest authority of a kingdom.
rey
queen
Wife or highest female authority of the kingdom.
reina
royalty
A group of people belonging to the royal family.
realeza

Slang Meanings

Kingdoms of the street
In the kingdoms of the street, the law of the strongest prevails.
En los reinos de la calle, la ley del más fuerte prevalece.
Paper kingdoms
The paper kingdoms have no power in reality.
Los reinos de papel no tienen poder en la realidad.