El príncipe
Example: El príncipe gobierna el reino con sabiduría.
Definition
"El príncipe" refers to a male royal ruler or nobleman who governs a kingdom or principality. In history, a prince often holds sovereign power or is the heir apparent to a throne, as in the phrase 'El príncipe gobierna el reino con sabiduría,' meaning the prince rules the kingdom wisely.
Etymology
The term "el príncipe" originates from the Latin word 'princeps,' meaning 'first citizen' or 'chief.' Over time, it evolved in Spanish to specifically denote a royal male figure, often the son of a king or ruler. Did you know? The word 'princeps' was used in ancient Rome to describe the leading member of the Senate, which later influenced its royal connotation.
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"El príncipe" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 208 commonly used words.
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