noun
king; queen; monarch; sovereign
General term for a reigning monarch of a kingdom, regardless of gender. Often used in news and formal contexts.
国王は国民に向けて演説を行った。
The king gave a speech to the people.
その国では国王が大きな権力を持っている。
In that country, the monarch holds great power.
noun
the Crown; the throne
Legal and political term referring to the institution of the monarchy, especially in the UK and Commonwealth contexts. Often used in phrases like 国王大権 (royal prerogative).
法案は国王の裁可を得て成立した。
The bill received royal assent and became law.
国王大権は慣習によって制限されている。
The royal prerogative is limited by convention.