tsar
2 synonyms for tsar, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A historical emperor of Russia, or of certain other Slavic states.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
czar
tzar
How to use tsar
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
drugs tsar
the last tsar
Etymology
Borrowed from Russian tsar, which ultimately descends from the Latin name Caesar — the same root that gives German "Kaiser."
Full origin of tsar →Frequently asked questions
What does “tsar” mean?
The word “tsar” means a historical emperor of Russia, or of certain other Slavic states. In plain terms, historically, a Russian emperor; today also used loosely for someone put in charge of a major policy area.
How do you pronounce “tsar”?
“Tsar” is pronounced sah (/(t)sɑɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “tsar” in a sentence?
Here is “tsar” used in a sentence: “The last tsar of Russia was overthrown in 1917.”
What part of speech is “tsar”?
“Tsar” is a noun.
Where does the word “tsar” come from?
The word “tsar” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Russian tsar, which ultimately descends from the Latin name Caesar — the same root that gives German "Kaiser.".
Is “tsar” a common word?
“Tsar” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “tsar” have?
“Tsar” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a historical emperor of Russia, or of certain other Slavic states.
