Reinar
Example: O rei começou a reinar após a coroação solene.
Definition
"Reinar" means to exercise sovereign authority as a king or queen, ruling over a kingdom or territory. It involves the act of governing and holding power, typically after a formal ceremony like a coronation, as in the phrase: 'The king began to reign after the solemn coronation.'
Etymology
The verb "reinar" comes from the Latin word 'regnāre', which means 'to reign' or 'to rule'. It is related to 'rex', the Latin word for king. Did you know? The concept of reigning has been central to monarchies throughout history, symbolizing the authority and leadership of royalty.
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