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

The king spoke to the country at an important ceremony.

, .

In the game, the king is the most important piece.

gran .

The king of the jungle is known for his great strength.

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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This word is part of lesson 10.