26 royal words you need to know - and what they all actually mean

Often, the complex words and language used by (and about) the royal family, can make it seem as though the monarchy is an entirely different world. So if you're curious to get up to speed, here's our guide to all the most important royal terminology.

There's no doubt that the world of the royals, and those around them, has its own vocabulary; the likes of Prince William, Kate Middleton, King Charles and Queen Camilla are often referred to with important-sounding titles (that often change), and the tasks they perform and events they go to, usually have names that most of us don't use in our everyday lives.

These names can be a more than little confusing. After all, what actually is a Viscount, and who qualifies as a Duke? Why might someone be a Queen Consort, rather than a Duchess? And what is an equerry? With our list of all the important royal words you need to know, and what they mean, you'll be speaking like a blue blood in no time.