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throne

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /θroʊn/ · UK /θrəʊn/

Forms: thrones

throne means: The position and power of being a king, queen, or similar ruler.

noun

ROYAL POWERB2

The position and power of being a king, queen, or similar ruler.

  • She inherited the throne at twenty.
  • Two brothers claimed the throne after their father died.
  • The king gave up the throne to marry.

How to use it: heir to the throne (The king's eldest daughter is heir to the throne.)

Similar words: crown, kingship, sovereignty

Common phrases: heir to throne, claim the throne, ascend the throne, give up throne

ROYAL CHAIRB1

A special chair used by a king, queen, or other important leader during ceremonies.

  • The queen sat on her throne.
  • The bishop's throne stood beside the altar.
  • Visitors admired the two golden thrones in the palace.

Similar words: royal seat

Common phrases: royal throne, sit on something, golden throne, carved throne

Questions about throne

What does throne mean?

The position and power of being a king, queen, or similar ruler.

What is throne in other languages?

Türkçe: taht · Español: trono · Français: trône · Deutsch: Thron · Italiano: trono · 日本語: 王位

How do you pronounce throne?

In American English /θroʊn/; in British English /θrəʊn/.

How do you use throne in a sentence?

She inherited the throne at twenty. Two brothers claimed the throne after their father died.

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