Meaning of "kingless" in English

The term "kingless" refers to the absence of a king, typically indicating a situation or state where a monarchy exists without its sovereign ruler. It can be used in historical or fictional contexts, describing scenarios where a kingdom lacks a king due to death, abdication, or other circumstances. In literature, it often portrays a sense of political instability or transition. The word emphasizes the void left by the lack of royal leadership and can imply potential challenges in governance or authority.

Meaning of "kingless" in French

In French, "kingless" (sans roi) conveys the idea of a realm or nation without a reigning king. It is used to describe historical periods or fictional settings where a monarchy exists devoid of its chief authority, the king. This term can evoke themes of uncertainty or the need for leadership and governance adjustment during such periods. The absence of a king might suggest vulnerability or the possibility of turmoil as the society or state navigates this leaderless phase.

Pronunciation of "kingless" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈkɪŋ.ləs/

Pronunciation Variations: In American English, the 'g' is typically pronounced softly, while British English might emphasize the 'l' with a slightly more prolonged sound.

Pronunciation of "kingless" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /sɑ̃ ʁwa/

Pronunciation Variations: Regional accents in France may slightly alter the pronunciation, with the 'r' being pronounced more gutturally in areas like Southern France, whereas in Paris, it might be less pronounced.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The land remained kingless for decades after his death.
    (Le pays est resté sans roi pendant des décennies après sa mort.)

  2. In a kingless kingdom, the council took control.
    (Dans un royaume sans roi, le conseil a pris le contrôle.)

  3. Stories of a kingless realm often speak of chaos.
    (Les histoires d'un royaume sans roi parlent souvent de chaos.)

  4. A kingless era is detailed in many ancient texts.
    (Une époque sans roi est détaillée dans de nombreux textes anciens.)

  5. The once-great empire became kingless and fell apart.
    (Le grand empire d'autrefois est devenu sans roi et s'est effondré.)

  6. Without a king, the kingdom was truly kingless.
    (Sans roi, le royaume était vraiment sans roi.)

  7. The legend described a brave knight in a kingless land.
    (La légende décrivait un chevalier courageux dans une terre sans roi.)

  8. Kingless territories were often the targets of invasion.
    (Les territoires sans roi étaient souvent la cible d'invasions.)

  9. A kingless domain demands a new kind of leader.
    (Un domaine sans roi exige un nouveau type de leader.)

  10. In mythology, a kingless age is a time of trial.
    (Dans la mythologie, une époque sans roi est une période d'épreuve.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "kingless" in English

Synonyms: unruled, leaderless, sovereignless, rulerless, monarchless.

Antonyms: ruled, reigned, governed, regal, sovereign.

Similar Words: anarchy, autonomy, republic, elective, free state.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "kingless" in French

Synonyms: sans souverain, sans monarque, insouverain, irrégulié, orphelin de roi.

Antonyms: dirigé, régnant, gouverné, royal, souverain.

Similar Words: anarchique, autonome, république, élu, état libre.

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