Regal
/ˈrɛɡ.əl/noun
Relating to a king or queen; royal.
Did you know?The Latin root 'regalis' reflects a deep association with authority and divinity, suggesting that to be 'regal' is to embody the essence of rulership itself.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*reg-
“to rule or lead, indicating authority.”
Latin
Latin
regalis
“of a king; pertaining to royal power.”
Old French
Old French
regal
“royal; of or related to a king.”
Middle English
Middle English
regal
“pertaining to kings; majestic.”
Modern English
English
regal
“characteristic of a king; dignified and splendid.”