Definition

Proper noun: - Juan Carlos I: The king of Spain from 1975 until his abdication in 2014. He was born in 1938 and played a significant role in Spain's transition to democracy after the Franco regime.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Juan Carlos ascended to the throne in 1975.
  • Historians study the reign of Juan Carlos.
  • The former king, Juan Carlos, now lives abroad.

Advanced Usage

• "The reign of Juan Carlos": Refers to the historical period and events during his time as monarch.

  • The reign of Juan Carlos was marked by political modernization.

• "The abdication of Juan Carlos": Specifically refers to his act of stepping down from the throne in 2014.

  • The abdication of Juan Carlos was a historic moment for Spain.

Variants and Related Words

• King Juan Carlos: The full formal title.
• Juan Carlos I: The official regnal name, using the Roman numeral to denote the first king of Spain with that name.

Synonyms

• The former king: A common reference after his abdication.
• The Spanish monarch: A formal title describing his role.

Related Phrases

• "Juan Carlos era": A phrase sometimes used to describe the period of his rule.
  • The Juan Carlos era witnessed great social change.

Noun

1. king of Spain since 1975 (born in 1938)