dragon in Greek
dragon in Greek is δράκος, δράκοντας, δράκαινα — dragon means a mythical, usually giant reptilian creature, often depicted breathing fire and guarding treasure in Western folklore.
dragon in Greek
δράκος
Pronounced: drakos
In European mythologies, a gigantic beast, typically reptilian with leathery bat-like wings, lion-like claws, scaly skin and a serpent-like body, often a monster with fiery breath.
δράκοντας
Pronounced: drakodas
In European mythologies, a gigantic beast, typically reptilian with leathery bat-like wings, lion-like claws, scaly skin and a serpent-like body, often a monster with fiery breath.
δράκαινα
Pronounced: drakaina
In European mythologies, a gigantic beast, typically reptilian with leathery bat-like wings, lion-like claws, scaly skin and a serpent-like body, often a monster with fiery breath.
δράκαινα
Pronounced: drakaina
(pejorative) A fierce and unpleasant woman; a harridan.
δράκος
Pronounced: drakos
(pejorative) A fierce and unpleasant woman; a harridan.
What does "dragon" mean?
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noun A mythical, usually giant reptilian creature, often depicted breathing fire and guarding treasure in Western folklore.
"The knight set out to slay the dragon."
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noun In East Asian mythology, a long, serpentine, generally benevolent creature associated with power and good fortune.
"The dragon dance is a highlight of the Lunar New Year parade."
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noun (Informal) A fierce, intimidating woman.
"His boss was an absolute dragon in meetings."
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dragon in a sentence
- The knight set out to slay the dragon.
- In the old story, a dragon slept on a mountain of gold coins.
- The dragon dance is a highlight of the Lunar New Year parade.
- In Chinese folklore, a dragon is often seen as a kind guardian that brings luck.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "dragon" in Greek?
"dragon" in Greek is δράκος, δράκοντας, δράκαινα. dragon means: A mythical, usually giant reptilian creature, often depicted breathing fire and guarding treasure in Western folklore.
How do you pronounce δράκος?
"dragon" in Greek is δράκος, pronounced "drakos".
How do you use "dragon" in a sentence?
Example: "The knight set out to slay the dragon." In Greek, "dragon" is δράκος, δράκοντας, δράκαινα.
Are there other ways to say "dragon" in Greek?
Yes — Greek has 3 translations listed for "dragon": δράκος, δράκοντας, δράκαινα.
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