el
masculine
/ˈrej/
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Translation
king
Word origin
From Latin rex, regis ('king'), from regere ('to rule'). It means 'king'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- rex
- English cognates
- regal, regent, rector
Grammar
Gendermasculine
Pluralreyes
Examples
ceremonia .
The king spoke to the country at an important ceremony.
, pieza .
In the game, the king is the most important piece.
selva .
The king of the jungle is known for his great strength.
Magos enero.
The Three Kings bring the gifts on the sixth of January.
.
My son thinks he is the king of the house.
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