As a ruler, what's the main difference between a "queen" and an "empress?"
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Native speaker’s answer
Rebecca
The main difference between a "queen" and an "empress" is that a "queen" rules over a kingdom, whereas an "empress" rules over an empire. In ranking, an "empress" is slightly higher than a "queen" since an "empire" is usually bigger than a "kingdom." Ex: Although her rank was high, it was not high enough to be an empress. Ex: She became queen through marriage and not by blood.