Trono (en. Throne)

/'tɾono/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Chair or seat of great dignity and honor used by a king or queen.
The king sat on his throne during the ceremony.
El rey se sentó en su trono durante la ceremonia.
Position of power or dominance in a political or social context.
The dispute for the throne has divided the kingdom.
La disputa por el trono ha dividido al reino.
Situation or state of being a king or sovereign.
His legacy will endure in the history of the throne.
Su legado perdurará en la historia del trono.

Etymology

From the Latin 'truncus', which means trunk or base.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to exalt to the throne
To promote someone to a position of power or authority.
elevar al trono
to strip of the throne
To remove someone from their position of power.
despojar del trono
to claim the throne
To demand the right to rule.
reclamar el trono

Related Words

royalty
Group of people who are part of the royal family.
realeza
sovereign
One who exercises sovereignty, generally a king or queen.
soberano
monarchy
System of government headed by a king or queen.
monarquía

Slang Meanings

State of happiness or euphoria.
After winning the match, everyone was on a throne.
Después de ganar el partido, todos estaban en un trono.
To feel in control or powerful.
Since he started his business, he feels on a throne.
Desde que empezó su negocio, se siente en un trono.