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trono

throne

noun TROH-noh Less Common

Origin: From Greek thronos, 'seat, chair'.

Usage Note

Trono is used both literally (a royal seat) and figuratively (subir al trono = to ascend to the throne). The phrase heredero al trono ('heir to the throne') is standard across formal registers.

Examples

"El rey se sentó en su trono de oro."

Natural Translation

The king sat on his golden throne.

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