royal

[/ˈrɔɪəl/]
adjective
real
1. relating to or belonging to a monarch or royal family
The royal family attended the ceremony.
A família real compareceu à cerimônia.
2. of or fit for a king or queen; magnificent or splendid
They received a royal welcome.
Eles receberam uma recepção real.
3. founded, chartered, or patronized by a monarch
The Royal Society of Arts was established in 1754.
A Real Sociedade de Artes foi estabelecida em 1754.
4. of superior quality; excellent or impressive
That was a royal performance.
Aquela foi uma performance real/excelente.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'real' is the standard translation but carries historical weight due to Portugal's royal history. In American English, 'royal' is often used colloquially to mean excellent or impressive (e.g., 'royal pain'). The phrase 'royal treatment' is universally understood as receiving special, VIP-level service. In Brazil, references to 'a Coroa' (the Crown) or 'a família real' connect to colonial and monarchical heritage.
NYC Slang
fly, fresh, or sick (when meaning excellent or impressive)
Synonyms / Sinônimos
regalmajestickinglyqueenlyprincelymagnificentsplendid
Antonyms / Antônimos
commonordinaryhumbleplebeian

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
real
Standard translation for adjective form referring to monarchy or royalty
Rio de Janeiro
real
Same usage; informal contexts may use 'de rei' colloquially
São Paulo
real
Formal and standard usage in business and cultural contexts
Portugal
real
Identical usage; Portuguese maintains the same formal translation

Related Words

monarchysovereigncrownthronedynastypalacecoronationnobility

Related Idioms & Phrases

royal flush (highest hand in poker)
royal treatment (exceptionally good treatment)
fit for a king/queen
live like a king
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