emir
der Emir, die Emire
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emir
The title of a monarchical ruler or high-ranking noble in some Islamic countries, especially on the Arabian Peninsula.
Der Emir von Kuwait empfing die ausländische Delegation in seinem Palast.
The Emir of Kuwait received the foreign delegation in his palace.
| gender | masculine der |
|---|---|
| plural | die Emire |
| genitive | des Emirs |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | der Emir | die Emire |
| accusative | den Emir | die Emire |
| dative | dem Emir | den Emiren |
| genitive | des Emirs | der Emire |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
The word 'Emir' (emir) comes from Arabic (amīr) and means 'commander' or 'prince'. In German, it is used as a title for certain rulers in the Islamic world.
Der Emir ist das Staatsoberhaupt des Landes.
The emir is the head of state of the country.
The title 'Emir' (emir) is used like a name or form of address and often comes directly before the ruler's name or in connection with the country he rules.
Der Emir von Katar wird morgen erwartet.
The Emir of Qatar is expected tomorrow.
Common verbs used in connection with an emir as head of state are 'regieren' (to rule), 'empfangen' (to receive), and 'besuchen' (to visit).
Der Emir regiert das Land seit über zwanzig Jahren.
The emir has ruled the country for over twenty years.
sultan
Sultan and Emir are both titles for monarchical rulers in some Islamic countries. Sultan is particularly associated with the Ottoman Empire and certain historical rulers, while Emir is particularly associated with the Arabian Peninsula and its rulers or high-ranking nobles. The appropriate term therefore depends on the regional and historical title tradition.
Der Emir der arabischen Halbinsel empfing die ausländische Delegation.
The emir of the Arabian Peninsula received the foreign delegation.
Im Geschichtsbuch lasen wir über den Sultan des Osmanischen Reiches.
In our history textbook, we read about the sultan of the Ottoman Empire.
