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Prince

prɪns
Very common
~ 2300
~ 2300
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.

王子 (おうじ, ouji), プリンス (purinsu), 王子様 (おうじさま, ouji-sama), 小王子 (しょうおうじ, shou-ouji)

Prince meanings in Japanese

王子 (おうじ, ouji)

Example:
The prince is visiting our town.
王子が私たちの町を訪れています。
She married a prince from a foreign country.
彼女は外国の王子と結婚しました。
Usage: formalContext: Used in contexts related to royalty, fairy tales, and historical discussions.
Note: This term is typically used to refer to the son of a king or queen and is common in both historical and modern contexts.

プリンス (purinsu)

Example:
He wants to be a prince in a fairy tale.
彼はおとぎ話の中の王子になりたい。
The concert features a famous prince of pop music.
そのコンサートには有名なポップ音楽の王子が出演します。
Usage: informalContext: Used in pop culture, music, and casual conversations.
Note: This term is a loanword from English and is often used to describe a popular male figure in entertainment, especially in music.

王子様 (おうじさま, ouji-sama)

Example:
Every girl dreams of finding her prince charming.
すべての女の子は自分の王子様を見つけることを夢見ています。
He acts like a prince among his friends.
彼は友達の中で王子様のように振る舞います。
Usage: informalContext: Used in romantic contexts, often in fairy tale narratives.
Note: This term is an affectionate way to refer to a prince and is often used in the context of love and romance.

小王子 (しょうおうじ, shou-ouji)

Example:
The little prince is a famous book character.
小王子は有名な本のキャラクターです。
I read a story about a little prince who traveled to different planets.
私は異なる惑星を旅した小王子の話を読みました。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in literary contexts, often referring to characters from stories.
Note: This term can refer to a younger prince or is used in literary contexts, such as 'The Little Prince' (Le Petit Prince) by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry.

Prince's synonyms

heir

An heir is a person who is legally entitled to inherit the property, rank, or title of another person upon that person's death.
Example: The eldest son is the heir to the throne.
Note: While a prince is a title given to the son of a king or queen, an heir is someone who is in line to inherit a position or title.

crown prince

A crown prince is the male heir apparent to a throne or imperial title.
Example: The crown prince is next in line to become king.
Note: A crown prince specifically refers to the designated heir to a royal throne or title.

royal

Royal relates to a king, queen, or other monarch and their family.
Example: The royal family attended the ceremony.
Note: While a prince is a specific title within a royal family, 'royal' is a more general term referring to anything related to a king, queen, or monarchy.

Prince expressions, common phrases

Prince charming

Refers to an idealized or perfect romantic partner, often in fairy tales.
Example: She's hoping to meet her own Prince Charming one day.
Note: The original word 'prince' refers to a male royal heir or monarch, while 'Prince Charming' specifically denotes a romantic ideal.

Prince among men

Describes someone who is exceptionally good or noble.
Example: He was known as a prince among men for his kindness and generosity.
Note: While 'prince' typically refers to royalty, 'prince among men' emphasizes exceptional qualities in an individual.

Little prince

Used to describe a child who is pampered or treated as if they were royalty.
Example: She treats her son like he's a little prince, always giving him everything he wants.
Note: In this context, 'little prince' highlights the child's privileged treatment rather than actual royal status.

Prince of darkness

Refers to a person who is associated with evil or darkness.
Example: He was often referred to as the prince of darkness due to his mysterious and brooding nature.
Note: Contrary to the positive connotations of 'prince,' 'prince of darkness' implies a sinister or malevolent character.

Frog prince

Refers to a person who has hidden potential or qualities that are not immediately apparent.
Example: She never expected her date to turn out to be her very own frog prince.
Note: Unlike a literal prince, a 'frog prince' initially appears unremarkable or unpromising but reveals hidden qualities later on.

Prince everyday (slang) expressions

Prince Harry

Refers to Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, a member of the British royal family.
Example: I saw Prince Harry at the charity event last week.
Note: This term specifically refers to Prince Harry and is often used in a casual or colloquial manner.

Prince Albert

Refers to Prince Albert, the husband of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom.
Example: My friend is a direct descendant of Prince Albert.
Note: This term is commonly used to refer to descendants or relatives of Prince Albert and may not necessarily denote a royal title.

Prince Eric

Refers to Prince Eric from Disney's animated film 'The Little Mermaid'.
Example: Have you seen Prince Eric's latest Instagram post?
Note: This term is often used jokingly or playfully to refer to someone who is seen as charming or handsome.

Prince of Persia

Originally a video game character, now used to describe someone who appears stylish or regal.
Example: He thinks he's the Prince of Persia with all his fancy clothes.
Note: This term is used metaphorically to liken someone's appearance or behavior to that of a prince, emphasizing style or elegance.

Prince of Pop

A title given to a popular male singer known for their contributions to the pop music genre.
Example: He's been called the Prince of Pop for his catchy songs and dance moves.
Note: This term is a title given to a male singer, highlighting their influence and success in the pop music industry.

Prince - Examples

The prince rode through the town on his white horse.
The young prince was next in line for the throne.
The prince was known for his bravery and leadership.

Prince grammar

Prince - Proper noun (Proper noun) / Proper noun, singular (Proper noun, singular)
Lemma: prince
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): princes
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): prince
Syllables, Separation and Stress
prince Contains 1 syllables: prince
Phonetic transcription: ˈprin(t)s
prince , ˈprin(t)s (The red syllable is stressed)

Prince - 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.
prince: ~ 2300 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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