pharaoh
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Noun — A ruler of ancient Egypt.
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How to use pharaoh
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Etymology
From Egyptian pr-aa, literally "great house" (i.e. the royal palace), via Hebrew, Greek, and Latin into English.
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What does “pharaoh” mean?
The word “pharaoh” means a ruler of ancient Egypt. In plain terms, the title given to the kings who ruled ancient Egypt.
How do you pronounce “pharaoh”?
“Pharaoh” is pronounced FAIR-roh (/ˈfæɹ.oʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “pharaoh” in a sentence?
Here is “pharaoh” used in a sentence: “The pharaoh was buried with gold, jewels, and provisions for the afterlife.”
What part of speech is “pharaoh”?
“Pharaoh” is a noun.
Where does the word “pharaoh” come from?
The word “pharaoh” comes from Latin. From Egyptian pr-aa, literally "great house" (i.e. the royal palace), via Hebrew, Greek, and Latin into English.
Is “pharaoh” a common word?
“Pharaoh” is an uncommon word in modern English.