Honorific term for a high-ranking person, especially in historical contexts. Can be used respectfully or humorously.
殿様が家来を呼びつけた。
The lord summoned his retainer.
Specifically refers to a daimyo or feudal lord of the Edo period. Historical term.
See also: 大名
江戸時代、殿様は城下町を治めていた。
During the Edo period, the feudal lord governed the castle town.
sheltered man; arrogant and ignorant man
Derogatory or humorous term for a man who is out of touch with the real world, often due to a privileged upbringing.
彼はまるで殿様育ちで、世間知らずだ。
He's like a sheltered lord, completely ignorant of the world.
The samurai swore to serve his lord.
He always acts like a spoiled lord at the office.
The farmers were specially permitted to have an audience with the lord.
lordly air; haughty manner
amateur work; work done in a carefree manner