JLPT N1
殿様
This was originally a term for a feudal lord. But now people use it sarcastically to describe a man who is spoiled, entitled, and out of touch with the real world.
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殿 tono - a shorter, related term
1 Noun
Feudal Lord
The historical title for a high-ranking feudal lord or daimyo, particularly during Japan’s samurai era.
Example
昔 、 この 城 に は 偉い 殿様 が 住んで いた そうです 。
I heard that a great lord used to live in this castle long ago.
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2 Noun
An Entitled or Spoiled Man
A modern, figurative term for a man who acts arrogant, expects to be served, and is naive about everyday life, as if he were royalty.
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