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reign in Dutch

reign in Dutch is bestuur, troon, heerschappij — reign means the period of time during which a monarch rules.

reign in Dutch

bestuur
noun
The exercise of sovereign power.
troon
noun
The exercise of sovereign power.
heerschappij
noun
The exercise of sovereign power.
regering
noun
The period during which a monarch rules.
regeren
verb
(intransitive) To exercise sovereign power, to rule as a monarch.
heersen
verb
To be a dominant quality of a place or situation; to prevail, predominate, rule.

What does "reign" mean?

  1. noun The period of time during which a monarch rules.
    "During her reign, the country enjoyed many years of peace."
  2. verb To rule as a king, queen, or monarch.
    "The king reigned wisely for forty years."
  3. verb To be the dominant or prevailing force in a place or situation.
    "Silence reigned in the library during the exam."
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reign in a sentence

  • During her reign, the country enjoyed many years of peace.
  • The queen's long reign saw great changes in the country's towns.
  • The king reigned wisely for forty years.
  • She reigned over a peaceful land until her son took the throne.

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What is "reign" in Dutch?
"reign" in Dutch is bestuur, troon, heerschappij. reign means: The period of time during which a monarch rules.
How do you use "reign" in a sentence?
Example: "During her reign, the country enjoyed many years of peace." In Dutch, "reign" is bestuur, troon, heerschappij.
Are there other ways to say "reign" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 6 translations listed for "reign": bestuur, troon, heerschappij, regering, regeren, heersen.
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