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Ares

EH-uh-reez

Ares (name) means the ancient Greek god of war. Example: “Ares was often depicted carrying a spear and shield.”

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The ancient Greek god of war.
"Ares was often depicted carrying a spear and shield."
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Etymology

From Latin Arēs, from Ancient Greek Ἄρης (Árēs).

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Ares” mean?

The word “Ares” means the ancient Greek god of war.

How do you pronounce “Ares”?

“Ares” is pronounced EH-uh-reez (/ˈɛɹ.iz/ in IPA).

How do you use “Ares” in a sentence?

Here is “Ares” used in a sentence: “Ares was often depicted carrying a spear and shield.”

What part of speech is “Ares”?

“Ares” is a name.

Is “Ares” a common word?

“Ares” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Definitions: FreeDict original editorial · etymology from Wiktionary