trono
/ˈtɾono/masculine
The Spanish word for throne is trono. Wiktionary also lists solio.
Meaning: ornate seat (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| trono | /ˈtɾono/ | masculine |
| solio | /soljo/ (from spelling rules) | masculine |
Both trono and solio refer to an ornate seat.
Which one should you use?
While trono is the standard word for throne, solio is a more formal or literary term used to describe a throne, often in a religious or highly ceremonial context.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, trono is the standard way to represent 'throne'.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun trono is masculine and requires masculine articles such as el or un.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈtɾono/
Did you know?
- The word trono is commonly used as a slang term for the toilet in several Spanish-speaking countries.
- In Spain, the word trono refers not only to a monarch's seat but also to the massive, ornate floats that carry religious statues during Holy Week processions.
- While trono is the general word, solio is derived from the Latin solium, which originally referred to a ceremonial seat or a bridal couch.
Examples in context
- Él heredará el trono.He will succeed to the throne.This sentence is useful for seeing how to use trono regarding succeeding to a throne.Tatoeba #1820311 by marcelostockle, translation #294164 by CM
- El príncipe accedió al trono.The prince acceded to the throne.This sentence is useful for seeing how to use trono regarding acceding to a throne.Tatoeba #1779838 by Shishir, translation #9130899 by gluis
- El príncipe alcanzó el trono.The prince succeeded to the throne.This sentence is useful for seeing how to use trono regarding reaching a throne.Tatoeba #5081652 by albrusgher, translation #25624 by CK
- El rey se sentó en su trono de oro.The king sat on his golden throne.
- 7 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Alejandro and Elena are visiting a museum with historical artifacts.
- Alejandro¿Viste aquel trono de plata?Did you see that silver throne?
- ElenaSí, es muy hermoso, Alejandro.Yes, it is very beautiful, Alejandro.
- AlejandroParece muy pesado para la reina.It looks very heavy for the queen.
- ElenaSeguro que sí, es enorme.I am sure, it is huge.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “throne” translations and entries trono, solio, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries solio, trono, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
