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How to pronounce king
Say it like this: /ˈkɪŋ/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does king mean?
nounA male monarch; a man who heads a monarchy; in an absolute monarchy, the supreme ruler of his nation.
“Henry VIII was the king of England from 1509 to 1547.”
The monarch with the most power and authority in a monarchy, regardless of sex.
“Hatshepsut was ruling as a king, not queen and she needed to be recognised as such.”
A male leader of a traditional Aboriginal group, often used as a title by colonists.
verbTo crown king, to make (a person) king.
To rule over as king.
To perform the duties of a king.
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