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10 Language-to-English DictionariesTheodora
/θiˈɔː.də.rə/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A female given name of Greek origin, meaning 'gift of God'.
"Theodora was known for her intelligence and political acumen during her reign." - 2
A historical figure, specifically referring to Empress Theodora of the Byzantine Empire.
"Empress Theodora played a crucial role in the politics of the Byzantine Empire."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The name Theodora is of Greek origin, derived from the elements 'theos' meaning 'god' and 'doron' meaning 'gift'. It has been used since the Byzantine era, notably by Empress Theodora, wife of Emperor Justinian I, symbolizing divine favor.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Theodora" is said worldwide
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Théodora
Transliteration: Teh-oh-dor-ah
"Théodora était une figure influente de l'Empire byzantin."
Theodora
Transliteration: Teh-oh-dor-ah
"Theodora war eine bedeutende Kaiserin im Byzantinischen Reich."
Teodora
Transliteration: Teh-oh-dor-ah
"Teodora era conosciuta per la sua intelligenza e astuzia politica."
Teodora
Transliteration: Teh-oh-dor-ah
"Teodora fue una figura clave en la política del Imperio Bizantino."
Teodora
Transliteration: Teh-oh-dor-ah
"Teodora era conhecida por sua influência no Império Bizantino."
थिओडोरा
Transliteration: Thiodora
"थिओडोरा एक महत्वपूर्ण सम्राज्ञी थीं।"
西奥多拉
Transliteration: Xī ào duō lā
"西奥多拉是拜占庭帝国的重要人物。"
테오도라
Transliteration: Teodora
"테오도라는 비잔틴 제국의 중요한 인물이었습니다."
テオドラ
Transliteration: Teodora
"テオドラはビザンチン帝国の重要な人物でした。"
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