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paean in Greek

paean in Greek is παιάνας — paean means a song of thanks to a god, originally Apollo, sung after being saved or winning a battle, or to ask for victory.

paean in Greek

παιάνας
noun
Pronounced: paianas
(by extension) Any loud and joyous song; a song of triumph.

What does "paean" mean?

  1. noun A song of thanks to a god, originally Apollo, sung after being saved or winning a battle, or to ask for victory.
  2. noun A loud, joyful song celebrating success.
  3. noun Words of praise spoken with great enthusiasm.
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What is "paean" in Greek?
"paean" in Greek is παιάνας. paean means: A song of thanks to a god, originally Apollo, sung after being saved or winning a battle, or to ask for victory.
How do you pronounce παιάνας?
"paean" in Greek is παιάνας, pronounced "paianas".
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