marquis
word
/ˌmɑɹˈki/
mar-KEE
/mɑːrkˈiː/
mah-KEE
Definition
A marquis is a nobleman in some European countries, ranking just below a duke and above a count or earl.
Usage & Nuances
'Marquis' is primarily historical or ceremonial; rarely used in modern everyday speech. In British English, 'marquess' (male) and 'marchioness' (female) can be seen. The female equivalent is 'marchioness'.
Spanish: marquésPortuguese (BR): marquêsPortuguese (PT): marquêsChinese (Simplified): 侯爵Chinese (Traditional): 侯爵Hindi: मार्क्विस (यूरोपीय बड़प्पन का पद)Arabic: ماركيزBengali: মারকুইস - মারকুইজ (ইউরোপীয় অভিজাত উপাধি)Russian: маркизJapanese: 侯爵（こうしゃく）Vietnamese: hầu tướcKorean: 후작Turkish: markiUrdu: مارکیزIndonesian: marquis
Example Sentences
People were fascinated by the mysterious marquis at the party.
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After the revolution, the old marquis lost all his lands.
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Have you read the story about the marquis and the secret garden?
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The marquis lived in a large castle.
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A marquis has a high rank in the nobility.
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The family title was passed down to the new marquis.
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