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Athens
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Athens (name) means the capital city of Greece, and by extension its national government; also used as a place name for several towns in the United States. Example: “They visited the Acropolis on their first trip to Athens.”
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The capital city of Greece, and by extension its national government; also used as a place name for several towns in the United States.
"They visited the Acropolis on their first trip to Athens."
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Etymology
From Ancient Greek Ἀθῆναι (Athênai), named after the goddess Athena.
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Athina
cradle of democracy
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What does “Athens” mean?
The word “Athens” means the capital city of Greece, and by extension its national government; also used as a place name for several towns in the United States.
How do you pronounce “Athens”?
“Athens” is pronounced A-thuhnz (/ˈæθənz/ in IPA).
How do you use “Athens” in a sentence?
Here is “Athens” used in a sentence: “They visited the Acropolis on their first trip to Athens.”
What part of speech is “Athens”?
“Athens” is a name.
Where does the word “Athens” come from?
The word “Athens” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek Ἀθῆναι (Athênai), named after the goddess Athena.
Is “Athens” a common word?
“Athens” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What country is Athens the capital of?
Athens is the capital and largest city of Greece and the seat of its national government. The name is also used for several towns in the United States, such as Athens, Georgia.
What is Athens known for in ancient history?
Athens is one of the world's oldest cities and is widely regarded as the birthplace of democracy and a centre of ancient philosophy, art, and learning. It is home to famous ancient monuments including the Acropolis and the Parthenon.
What is a person from Athens called?
A person from Athens is called an Athenian. The word 'Athenian' is also used as an adjective, as in Athenian democracy or Athenian culture.
Are there other places called Athens besides the one in Greece?
Yes. Besides the Greek capital, 'Athens' is the name of several towns in the United States, including Athens, Georgia, and Athens, Ohio. The surrounding context usually makes clear which Athens is meant.
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