Prince Meaning in English

word

US

/ˈpɹɪns/

prins

UK

/pɹˈɪns/

prins

Definition

A prince is a male member of a royal family, especially the son of a king or queen. In some countries, it can also be a noble title for a ruler or an important royal person.

Usage & Nuances

Most commonly refers to the son of a king or queen. In fairy tales, 'prince' often suggests a young royal hero or romantic figure. Do not confuse it with 'king' (the ruler) or 'princess' (female royal).

• Spanish: príncipe
• Portuguese (BR): príncipe
• Portuguese (PT): príncipe
• Chinese (Simplified): 王子 - 亲王
• Chinese (Traditional): 王子 - 親王
• Hindi: राजकुमार - शहज़ादा
• Arabic: أمير - ابن الملك
• Bengali: রাজপুত্র - প্রিন্স
• Russian: принц
• Japanese: 王子
• Vietnamese: hoàng tử
• Korean: 왕자
• Turkish: prens
• Urdu: شہزادہ
• Indonesian: pangeran

Example Sentences

The young prince lives in a big palace.

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The prince waved to the crowd.

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In the story, the prince saves the village.

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He acts like some kind of prince who expects everyone to serve him.

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She finally met her prince charming, or so she says.

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The tabloids were full of rumors about the prince again.

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