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How to Say "majesty" in Spanish

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majestad

mah-hes-TAHD/ma.xesˈtað/

nounB2formal
Use 'majestad' when referring to the dignity, formality, or regal power associated with a person, like royalty, or the impressive, noble bearing of an animal or natural phenomenon.
A massive, ornate golden throne centered on a raised platform, featuring a deep red velvet cushion. The throne symbolizes royal dignity and formal power.

Examples

La majestad del rey fue evidente durante la ceremonia.

The king's majesty was evident during the ceremony.

La majestad del águila en vuelo impresionó a todos.

The majesty of the eagle in flight impressed everyone.

El embajador se dirigió a Su Majestad, la Reina.

The ambassador addressed Her Majesty, the Queen.

El silencio y la majestad del templo invitaban a la reflexión.

The silence and grandeur of the temple invited reflection.

Always Feminine

Even though 'majestad' ends in 'd,' it is a feminine word, meaning you must always use the feminine article 'la' or feminine adjectives (like 'su' or 'nuestra').

Using the Wrong Gender

Mistake: “El majestad de la montaña.”

Correction: La majestad de la montaña. (Nouns ending in -tad are almost always feminine in Spanish.)

grandeza

/grahn-DEH-thah//ɡɾanˈdeθa/

nounB2formal
Choose 'grandeza' to describe the impressive scale, magnificence, or vastness of something, often a place or abstract concept, emphasizing its awe-inspiring size or scope.
A vast, beautiful mountain range with a golden sunset, illustrating grandeur.

Examples

Sentimos la grandeza del universo al contemplar las estrellas.

We felt the grandeur of the universe while contemplating the stars.

La grandeza de los Alpes es difícil de describir.

The grandeur of the Alps is difficult to describe.

Nadie comprendía la grandeza del problema.

Nobody understood the magnitude of the problem.

Majestad vs. Grandeza

Learners often confuse 'majestad' and 'grandeza' because both relate to impressive qualities. Remember that 'majestad' is typically used for inherent dignity or royal status, while 'grandeza' emphasizes impressive scale or magnificence, especially of places or abstract concepts.

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