French word

monarchie

Pronunciation

IPA/monaʁʃi/

Meaning

  • feminine nounmonarchy

Example

La monarchie existe encore dans plusieurs pays.

The monarchy still exists in several countries.

Illustration for monarchie (monarchy)

More examples

Plusieurs pays ont aboli la monarchie au XXe siècle.

Several countries abolished the monarchy in the 20th century.

Core concept

A state organized around one hereditary monarch, with authority ranging from ceremonial duties to direct rule.

Common phrases

  • abolir la monarchie

    abolish the monarchy

  • la monarchie constitutionnelle

    constitutional monarchy

  • la monarchie absolue

    absolute monarchy

Similar words

monarque: An individual who reigns as the head of state, such as a king or queen.
royaume: A country or territory ruled by a king or queen.

Definition in French

Système politique dans lequel la tête de l'État est une personne appelée monarque, généralement transmise par hérédité et dont les pouvoirs peuvent être symboliques ou effectifs.

Word origin

Monarchie comes through Latin monarchia from Greek monarkhia, formed from monos, 'one', and arkhein, 'to rule'.

Usage tips

  • Monarchie is feminine, so standard forms include la monarchie and une monarchie.

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