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Pronunciation / Transliteration: bǎo zuò
"国王坐在宝座上。"
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A ceremonial chair for a sovereign, bishop, or other high-ranking dignitary, especially one used during official ceremonies.
"The king sat upon a golden throne to address his subjects." - 2
The office, power, or sovereignty of a monarch.
"The young prince was the rightful heir to the throne."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the Old French 'trône', originating from Latin 'thronus', and ultimately from Ancient Greek 'thronos' meaning 'elevated seat' or 'chair'. Historically used to denote the ceremonial chair of a monarch, it evolved metaphorically to represent royal power, sovereignty, and authority.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Throne" is said worldwide
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trono
Transliteration: trono
"Il re sedeva sul trono."
trono
Transliteration: trono
"El rey ascendió al trono."
trono
Transliteration: trono
"O rei sentou-se no trono."
trône
Transliteration: tron
"Le roi monta sur le trône."
Thron
Transliteration: tron
"Der König bestieg den Thron."
सिंहासन
Transliteration: sinhasan
"राजा अपने सिंहासन पर बैठा।"
宝座
Transliteration: bǎo zuò
"国王坐在宝座上。"
왕좌
Transliteration: wangjwa
"왕이 왕좌에 올랐습니다."
王座
Transliteration: ōza
"国王は王座に座りました。"
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