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Helios
HEE-lee-os
Helios (name) means In Greek mythology, the god who personifies the sun, said to drive his chariot across the sky each day. Example: “Ancient sailors prayed to Helios for safe passage under a clear sky.”
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In Greek mythology, the god who personifies the sun, said to drive his chariot across the sky each day.
"Ancient sailors prayed to Helios for safe passage under a clear sky."
How to use Helios
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe Greek sun god, equivalent to the Roman Sol.
Common pairings
the chariot of Helios
Helios and Selene
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Etymology
From Ancient Greek helios, meaning "sun".
Rhymes for Helios
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What does “Helios” mean?
The word “Helios” means in Greek mythology, the god who personifies the sun, said to drive his chariot across the sky each day. In plain terms, the Greek sun god, equivalent to the Roman Sol.
How do you pronounce “Helios”?
“Helios” is pronounced HEE-lee-os (/ˈhiːliɒs/ in IPA).
How do you use “Helios” in a sentence?
Here is “Helios” used in a sentence: “Ancient sailors prayed to Helios for safe passage under a clear sky.”
What part of speech is “Helios”?
“Helios” is a name.
Where does the word “Helios” come from?
The word “Helios” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek helios, meaning "sun".
