Dictionary
English - Japanese
Kingdom
ˈkɪŋdəm
Very common
~ 2200
~ 2200
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
王国 (おうこく), 領域 (りょういき), 国 (くに)
Kingdom meanings in Japanese
王国 (おうこく)
Example:
The United Kingdom is a famous monarchy.
イギリスは有名な王国です。
The animal kingdom is vast and diverse.
動物界は広大で多様です。
Usage: formalContext: Used in political or biological contexts.
Note: Typically refers to a realm ruled by a king or queen, or a major division in biological classification.
領域 (りょういき)
Example:
This area is known as the kingdom of butterflies.
この地域は蝶の領域として知られています。
He felt like he ruled his own kingdom.
彼は自分の領域を支配しているように感じました。
Usage: informalContext: Metaphorically used to describe a personal space or area of expertise.
Note: This meaning is often used in a metaphorical sense, not necessarily indicating a political entity.
国 (くに)
Example:
Each kingdom has its own culture and traditions.
各国には独自の文化と伝統があります。
The kingdoms of ancient history were often at war.
古代の国々はしばしば戦争をしていました。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when talking about countries in a historical or cultural context.
Note: In historical contexts, '国' can refer to a kingdom as a political entity.
Kingdom's synonyms
realm
A realm refers to a royal domain or territory under the rule of a monarch.
Example: She inherited the realm from her father and became queen.
Note: A realm is often used in a more poetic or formal context compared to 'kingdom'.
empire
An empire is a group of nations or peoples ruled over by an emperor or empress.
Example: The ancient Roman Empire was one of the most powerful empires in history.
Note: An empire typically denotes a larger and more expansive territory and power structure than a kingdom.
dominion
Dominion refers to the territory of a sovereign or government authority.
Example: The king's dominion extended across the entire region.
Note: Dominion can imply a sense of control or ownership over a specific area, similar to a kingdom but with a slightly different connotation.
monarchy
A monarchy is a form of government where a single ruler, usually a king or queen, holds supreme authority.
Example: The country transitioned from a monarchy to a republic after the revolution.
Note: While a kingdom refers to the territory or domain ruled by a monarch, monarchy specifically emphasizes the form of government itself.
Kingdom expressions, common phrases
Kingdom come
A long time in the future or never.
Example: I'll love you till kingdom come.
Note: The phrase uses 'kingdom' metaphorically to refer to an indefinite future time.
Animal kingdom
All living animals considered as a single group.
Example: The lion is known as the king of the animal kingdom.
Note: The phrase 'animal kingdom' specifically refers to the classification of living organisms.
Kingdom of heaven
A spiritual realm where God rules.
Example: He believed in doing good to secure a place in the kingdom of heaven.
Note: Refers to a religious or spiritual concept rather than a physical territory ruled by a king.
Plant kingdom
All living plants considered as a single group.
Example: Botanists study the diversity of the plant kingdom.
Note: Similar to 'animal kingdom,' it refers to the classification of living organisms.
Three kingdoms
Historical division of China from 220-280 AD.
Example: In ancient China, the Three Kingdoms period was a time of warfare.
Note: Refers to a specific historical period rather than a general concept of a kingdom.
Magic kingdom
A fantastical or enchanting place.
Example: Disney World's Magic Kingdom is a popular attraction for families.
Note: Refers to a theme park named 'Magic Kingdom,' not an actual ruling territory.
United Kingdom
A sovereign country in Europe.
Example: The United Kingdom consists of four countries: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Note: Refers to a specific country comprising multiple regions, not a general concept of a kingdom.
Thy kingdom come
A phrase from the Lord's Prayer asking for God's kingdom to come.
Example: The Lord's Prayer includes the phrase 'Thy kingdom come.'
Note: A religious invocation asking for God's rule rather than a secular kingdom.
Kingdom everyday (slang) expressions
King
In informal language,
Example: He's the king of the basketball court.
Note:
Kingdom - Examples
The kingdom was ruled by a wise king.
The empire was vast and powerful.
The country was in turmoil after the revolution.
Kingdom grammar
Kingdom - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: kingdom
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): kingdoms
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): kingdom
Syllables, Separation and Stress
kingdom Contains 2 syllables: king • dom
Phonetic transcription: ˈkiŋ-dəm
king dom , ˈkiŋ dəm (The red syllable is stressed)
Kingdom - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
kingdom: ~ 2200 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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