What is the Spanish word for "king"?

Learn how to say "king" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

king

Spanish

rey

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Examples of how to use "king" in Spanish

English
A wise old king once ruled this land.
Spanish
Hace mucho tiempo, un sabio y viejo rey gobernó esta tierra.
English
The king greeted everyone with a smile.
Spanish
El rey saludó a todos con una sonrisa.
English
Villagers brought gifts for the king.
Spanish
Los aldeanos trajeron regalos para el rey.
English
The king made a fair decision.
Spanish
El rey tomó una decisión justa.
English
She bowed before the king respectfully.
Spanish
Ella se inclinó ante el rey con respeto.

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