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Queen

🇬🇧 UK /["/kwiːn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/kwiːn/"]/

Meaning of Queen

the female ruler of an independent state that has a royal family

In simple words: The female ruler of a country or a woman who is very important or powerful.

Queen in a sentence

• The queen ruled the kingdom with grace and wisdom.
• In the card game, the queen is the second highest card.
• She felt like a queen when she won the competition.
• The queen gave a speech to her people during the celebration.
• In chess, the queen can move in any direction on the board.

How to use Queen

Use 'queen' in discussions about monarchy or as a term of endearment (e.g., 'You're a queen!'). It's not appropriate in casual contexts when referring to women generally.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a queen wearing a crown, sitting on her throne, ruling with grace.

Related words

Collocations with Queen

• rightful
• future
• homecoming
• become
• crown (somebody)
• make somebody
• reign
• rule
• rule somebody/​something
• under a/​the queen
• queen of
• queen consort
• rightful
• future
• homecoming
• become
• crown (somebody)
• make somebody
• reign
• rule
• rule somebody/​something
• under a/​the queen
• queen of
• queen consort
• rightful
• future
• homecoming
• become
• crown (somebody)
• make somebody
• reign
• rule
• rule somebody/​something
• under a/​the queen
• queen of
• queen consort

Synonyms for Queen

• monarch
• empress
• sovereign
• ruler

Opposites of Queen

• commoner
• subject

Common mistakes with Queen

• Confused with 'king' — remember, 'queen' is female.
• Using 'queen' only in formal contexts — it can be used informally too.
• Assuming all countries have a queen when some have a president.

Frequently asked questions about Queen

What does Queen mean?

The female ruler of a country or a woman who is very important or powerful.

What is the definition of Queen?

the female ruler of an independent state that has a royal family

How do you use Queen in a sentence?

The queen ruled the kingdom with grace and wisdom.

Can you give another example of Queen?

In the card game, the queen is the second highest card.

What are synonyms for Queen?

Common alternatives include monarch, empress, sovereign, ruler.

What is the opposite of Queen?

Opposite meanings include commoner, subject.

What words go with Queen?

It commonly pairs with rightful, future, homecoming, become, crown (somebody), make somebody, reign, rule, rule somebody/​something, under a/​the queen, queen of, queen consort, rightful, future, homecoming, become, crown (somebody), make somebody, reign, rule, rule somebody/​something, under a/​the queen, queen of, queen consort, rightful, future, homecoming, become, crown (somebody), make somebody, reign, rule, rule somebody/​something, under a/​the queen, queen of, queen consort.

What are common mistakes when using Queen?

Confused with 'king' — remember, 'queen' is female. Using 'queen' only in formal contexts — it can be used informally too. Assuming all countries have a queen when some have a president.

How do you pronounce Queen?

US: /["/kwiːn/"]/, UK: /["/kwiːn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Queen?

Use 'queen' in discussions about monarchy or as a term of endearment (e.g., 'You're a queen!'). It's not appropriate in casual contexts when referring to women generally.

What CEFR level is Queen?

"Queen" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.