English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com
name

Ariadne

A-ree-ad-nee
Quiz me More like this

Ariadne (name) means a feminine given name from Greek mythology, borne by the princess who helped Theseus escape the labyrinth. Example: “Ariadne gave Theseus a thread to find his way out.”

name
1
A feminine given name from Greek mythology, borne by the princess who helped Theseus escape the labyrinth.
"Ariadne gave Theseus a thread to find his way out."
Vocabulary Flow
Build your vocabulary from words like Ariadne.
Vocabulary Flow serves the next word, and the next — meaning, pronunciation and an example each time. Practice at your level, or learn English in your own language.
Start vocabulary practice

Word forms

Plural
Ariadnes
Test yourself on “Ariadne” A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage →

Fill the gap

Can you complete this real example?

_____ gave Theseus a thread to find his way out.

Etymology

Comes from Ancient Greek Ἀριάδνη (Ariádnē).

Origin: Ancient Greek

Frequently asked questions

What does “Ariadne” mean?
The word “Ariadne” means a feminine given name from Greek mythology, borne by the princess who helped Theseus escape the labyrinth.
How do you pronounce “Ariadne”?
“Ariadne” is pronounced A-ree-ad-nee (/ˌæ.ɹiˈæd.ni/ in IPA).
How do you use “Ariadne” in a sentence?
Here is “Ariadne” used in a sentence: “Ariadne gave Theseus a thread to find his way out.”
What part of speech is “Ariadne”?
“Ariadne” is a name.