What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
king
Example
The king of England is a constitutional monarch. [king: noun]
Example
He was known as the king of rock and roll. [king: noun]
Example
She is the undisputed king of the fashion industry. [king: noun]
ruler
Example
The ruler of the country was overthrown in a coup. [ruler: noun]
Example
I need a ruler to measure the length of this piece of paper. [ruler: noun]
Example
He ruled his employees with an iron fist. [ruled: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Ruler is more commonly used than king in everyday language, as it is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between king and ruler?
Both king and ruler can be used in formal and informal contexts, but king may be considered more formal due to its historical and regal connotations.
