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大王 (だいおう) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
Meanings 1
noun
great king
honorific or respectful (sonkeigo)
Honorific title for a powerful monarch, often used in historical or mythological contexts (e.g., King Arthur, ancient kings). Also used as a respectful term for a monarch.
Written forms 大だい 王おう Usage 98%
Standard kanji spelling; used in historical, religious, and honorific contexts.
ダイオウ Usage 2%
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The great kings of ancient times held immense power.
Similar words 王おう 王 is a general term for 'king', while 大王 specifically emphasizes greatness or supreme status, often with honorific nuance.
天皇てんのう 天皇 refers specifically to the Emperor of Japan, whereas 大王 is a broader term for a great king, not limited to Japan.
Etymology Compound of 大 (dai, 'great') and 王 (ō, 'king'). The reading だいおう is the standard on'yomi combination.
