Monarchs Meaning in English

word · lemma: monarch

US

ˈmɑˌnɑɹks

MAH-narks

UK

mˈɒnəkz

MON-uhks

Definition

Monarchs are kings, queens, or emperors who rule a country, often as its official head of state. The term refers to single sovereign rulers, especially in a monarchy.

Usage & Nuances

Mostly formal and historical; 'monarchs' covers both male and female rulers and can refer to current or past sovereigns. Collocates with 'absolute', 'constitutional', 'European', etc. Not to be confused with 'monarch butterflies', a different meaning.

• Spanish: monarcas - reyes (reinas)
• Portuguese (BR): monarcas - reis (rainhas)
• Portuguese (PT): monarcas - reis (rainhas)
• Chinese (Simplified): 君主
• Chinese (Traditional): 君主
• Hindi: सम्राट - राजा (रानी)
• Arabic: الملوك (الحكام الفرديون)
• Bengali: সম্রাট - রাজারানী
• Russian: монархи
• Japanese: 君主
• Vietnamese: quốc vương - quân chủ
• Korean: 군주
• Turkish: hükümdarlar
• Urdu: بادشاہان
• Indonesian: monarki - raja dan ratu

Example Sentences

Monarchs often live in palaces.

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Many countries used to have monarchs.

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Monarchs usually wear crowns.

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Several European monarchs met to discuss climate change.

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In stories, monarchs sometimes have magical powers.

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The traditions of old monarchs still influence society today.

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