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Pronunciation / Transliteration: Bellerophon
"Dans la mythologie grecque, Bellerophon est connu pour avoir vaincu la Chimère."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A hero of Greek mythology known for his adventures and feats, particularly his battle against the Chimera.
"In the ancient tales, Bellerophon was celebrated for his bravery and skill in battle." - 2
A figure representing the archetype of the hero who overcomes great challenges.
"The story of Bellerophon serves as an inspiration for many modern heroes in literature."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The name 'Bellerophon' originates from ancient Greek, where it is derived from 'Bellerophontes', meaning 'slayer of Belleros'. The mythological figure was known for taming the winged horse Pegasus and defeating the Chimera, reflecting themes of heroism and adventure in Greek mythology.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Bellerophon" is said worldwide
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Bellerophon
Transliteration: Bellerophon
"Dans la mythologie grecque, Bellerophon est connu pour avoir vaincu la Chimère."
Bellerophon
Transliteration: Bellerophon
"In der griechischen Mythologie ist Bellerophon für seine Heldentaten bekannt."
Bellerofonte
Transliteration: Bellerofonte
"Nella mitologia greca, Bellerofonte è noto per aver domato Pegaso."
Belerofonte
Transliteration: Belerofonte
"En la mitología griega, Belerofonte es famoso por sus hazañas heroicas."
Belerofonte
Transliteration: Belerofonte
"Na mitologia grega, Belerofonte é conhecido por derrotar a Quimera."
बेलेरोफोन
Transliteration: Belerophon
"ग्रीक पौराणिक कथाओं में, बेलेरोफोन को उसकी वीरता के लिए जाना जाता है।"
贝勒罗丰
Transliteration: Bèilèluófēng
"在希腊神话中，贝勒罗丰以驯服飞马佩加索斯而闻名。"
벨레로폰
Transliteration: Bellerophon
"그리스 신화에서 벨레로폰은 그의 용감한 행동으로 유명하다."
ベレロフォン
Transliteration: Bererofon
"ギリシャ神話では、ベレロフォンはその勇敢な行動で知られています。"
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