Sultanate

Pronunciation: /ˈsʌltəˌneɪt/

Definitions of sultanate

noun a state or country governed by a sultan

Example Sentences

A1 A sultanate is a type of government ruled by a sultan.

A2 Brunei is a sultanate located in Southeast Asia.

B1 The Sultanate of Oman has a rich history and culture.

B2 The sultanate of Zanzibar was once a powerful trading empire.

C1 The sultanate of Delhi played a significant role in Indian history.

C2 The ancient sultanate of Malacca was known for its strategic location and maritime power.

Examples of sultanate in a Sentence

formal The sultanate was established in the early 14th century.

informal The sultanate has been around for a long time.

slang The sultanate is pretty old school.

figurative The sultanate reigns supreme in that region.

Grammatical Forms of sultanate

• plural: sultanates
• comparative: more sultanate
• superlative: most sultanate
• present tense: sultanates
• future tense: will sultanate
• perfect tense: has sultanated
• continuous tense: is sultanating
• singular: sultanate
• positive degree: sultanate
• infinitive: to sultanate
• gerund: sultanating
• participle: sultanated

Origin and Evolution of sultanate

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Arabic

Story behind the word: The word 'sultanate' originated from the Arabic language.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a territory ruled by a sultan, the term 'sultanate' has evolved to also represent the office or position of a sultan, as well as the government or jurisdiction under their rule.