From root: hari
Usage Note
Kaharian refers to the realm or territory ruled by a monarch, often seen in fantasy stories or history.
Examples
" Malawak ang kaharian ng hari. "
Natural Translation
The king's kingdom is vast.
Literal Translation
Vast the kingdom of king.
" Ang hari ay namumuno sa kanyang kaharian. "
Natural Translation
The king rules over his kingdom.
Literal Translation
The king is ruling in his kingdom.
" Sa lumang alamat, pinamunuan ng matalinong reyna ang kaharian matapos pumanaw ang kanyang asawang hari. "
Natural Translation
In the old legend, the wise queen ruled the kingdom after her husband the king passed away.
Literal Translation
In old legend, ruled of wise queen the kingdom after passed-away the her spouse king.
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