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How to Say "monarchs" in Spanish

The Spanish word formonarchsis reyesA1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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reyes

nounA1
General term for rulers
Two male figures, both wearing golden crowns and elaborate royal robes, standing side by side, representing kings.

Examples

Los antiguos reyes vivían en castillos grandes.

The ancient kings lived in large castles.

Muchos países ya no tienen reyes, sino presidentes.

Many countries no longer have kings, but presidents.

Making the Plural

This word follows a special plural rule because its singular form ('rey') ends in a 'y.' You add '-es' to form 'reyes.'

Incorrect Pluralization

Mistake:Decir 'reyes' en singular.

Correction: The singular form is 'rey.' 'Reyes' is only used for two or more kings.

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