duque
DOO-keh
/ˈdu.ke/
📝 In Action
El duque asistió a la ceremonia real con su esposa.
B2The duke attended the royal ceremony with his wife.
En la Edad Media, el duque controlaba un gran territorio llamado ducado.
C1In the Middle Ages, the duke controlled a large territory called a duchy.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Match
Since 'duque' refers to a man, you must use the masculine article 'el' and masculine adjectives with it. The feminine equivalent is 'duquesa'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Mixing Genders
Mistake: “La duque (using the feminine article 'la')”
Correction: El duque (always use the masculine article 'el' for this word).
⭐ Usage Tips
Historical Context
You will most often encounter 'duque' when reading about history, especially European royalty and feudal systems.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: duque
Question 1 of 1
If 'duque' is a duke, what is 'duquesa'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'duque' an everyday word in modern Spanish?
No, it is not common in daily conversation. You typically hear or read it when talking about history, royal families, or specific noble titles.
What is the difference between a 'duque' and a 'rey' (king)?
A 'rey' (king) is the sovereign ruler of a country. A 'duque' (duke) is a high-ranking nobleman who holds a title below the king, often governing a specific territory (a 'ducado') but not ruling the entire country.