🇫🇷French Source WordCode: FR

Persée

Pronunciation / Transliteration: Pər.se

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Perseus/ˈpɜːr.si.əs/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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🇫🇷 Example Sentence in French:

"Dans la mythologie grecque, Persée est connu pour avoir tué Méduse."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A hero in Greek mythology known for slaying Medusa and rescuing Andromeda.

    "In the movie, Perseus embarks on a quest to defeat the monstrous Kraken."
  2. 2

    A constellation in the northern sky named after the mythological hero.

    "The constellation Perseus is best visible in the winter months."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The name 'Perseus' originates from Greek mythology, derived from the Greek word 'perseus', which means 'to destroy'. Perseus was a legendary hero known for slaying the Gorgon Medusa and rescuing Andromeda, reflecting themes of bravery and heroism in ancient Greek culture.

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