El faraón
Example: El faraón gobernaba Egipto hace muchos años.
Definition
"El faraón" refers to the ancient rulers of Egypt, known for their absolute power and divine status. These leaders governed Egypt thousands of years ago, overseeing the construction of monumental architecture and maintaining religious and political control.
Etymology
The term "el faraón" originates from the Greek word 'pharaō,' which is derived from the Egyptian 'per-aa,' meaning 'great house.' It initially referred to the royal palace but later came to represent the king himself. Did you know? The title was used long before it became synonymous with the individual ruler.
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"El faraón" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 208 commonly used words.
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