Spanish word

trono

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtɾono/

Meaning

  • masculine nounthrone

Example

El rey volvió a su trono.

The king returned to his throne.

Illustration for trono (throne)

More examples

Después de la crisis, el monarca decidió renunciar al trono.

After the crisis, the monarch decided to give up the throne.

Core concept

Decorated raised chair symbolizing a monarch's authority.

Common phrases

  • renunciar al trono

    give up the throne

  • ocupar el trono

    take the throne

Similar words

silla: Simple four-legged chair for everyday use in homes, offices, or dining areas.
asiento: General seat or sitting surface used to sit down, without specific formality.
butaca: Padded armchair with armrests, commonly found in cinemas and theaters.
estrado: Raised platform or dais used for ceremonies, speeches, or official presentations.

Definition in Spanish

Asiento ceremonial y elevado de un monarca; también la dignidad o el cargo que simboliza ese asiento.

Word origin

Borrowed from Latin thronus, from Greek thronos meaning 'seat', and extended to mean the office or authority associated with that seat.

Usage tips

  • Common in phrases like subir al trono or perder el trono to describe accession, succession, or loss of kingship and often used metaphorically for power.

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