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Capetian dynasty

Capetian dynasty

9.9
A royal family from France that ruled from 987 to 1328
  • noun
  • /kæˈpeɪʃən ˈdaɪnəsti/
translation icon : dinastía capetiana
  • The Capetian dynasty began with Hugh Capet in 987.

Examples

  • The Capetian dynasty, founded by Hugh Capet, ruled France for more than three centuries.

  • The end of the Capetian dynasty led to a succession crisis in France.

  • Many French monarchs during the Middle Ages belonged to the Capetian dynasty.

  • The Capetian dynasty established a foundation for the modern French state.

  • Did the Capetian dynasty really last for over three centuries?

  • Kings and queens of the Capetian dynasty played a significant role in shaping French history.

  • The Capetian dynasty oversaw significant developments in medieval France, including the establishment of the French monarchy.

Surface Forms

Capetian dynasty singular
Capetian dynasties plural

Morphology

Capetian + dynasty

The adjective 'Capetian' means 'of or relating to the Capetian family' and 'dynasty' means 'a succession of leaders from one family', so the combined phrase straightforwardly denotes a succession of rulers belonging to the Capetian family. This is a transparent, compositional proper-name + noun construction that a B1 learner who knows both constituents can readily understand.

Etymology

Capetian dynasty is named after the first king, Hugh Capet, whose family kept the throne. 'Dynasty' means a family that 'rules', so the phrase refers to the royal family who ruled France from 987 to 1328.