What does "imperar" mean in English?

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Spanish

imperar

English

prevail

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Alternative translations of "imperar"

reign
dominate
rule
hold sway

Examples of how to use "imperar" in Spanish

Spanish
En la sala imperaba un silencio absoluto.
English
There was absolute silence in the room.
Spanish
En la reunión impera la calma.
English
Calm prevails in the meeting.
Spanish
Imperó el silencio tras la discusión.
English
Silence fell after the argument.
Spanish
Antes imperaba el desorden en casa.
English
There used to be disorder at home.
Spanish
En el país imperará la justicia.
English
Justice will prevail in the country.

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En la sala imperaba un silencio absoluto.

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