Hercules

The word “Hercules” means in Roman mythology, a hero of enormous strength, known for completing twelve immense labours; the Roman version of the Greek hero Heracles. In plain terms, a legendary strongman of Roman mythology, or as a common noun, anyone extremely strong.

“Hercules” is pronounced HURK-yuh-leez (/ˈhɝːkjəliːz/ in IPA).

Here is “Hercules” used in a sentence: “Hercules was famous for defeating the many-headed Hydra as one of his twelve labours.”

Depending on how it is used, “Hercules” can be a name and a noun.

The word “Hercules” comes from Ancient Greek. From Latin Herculēs, borrowed from Ancient Greek Hēraklês, a name connected to Hera and possibly meaning something like "glory through Hera.".

“Hercules” is an uncommon word in modern English.

“Hercules” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in Roman mythology, a hero of enormous strength, known for completing twelve immense labours; the Roman version of the Greek hero Heracles.

Hercules is the Roman name for the hero known as Heracles in Greek mythology; they refer to the same legendary figure of enormous strength known for completing twelve immense labours. The name used generally depends on whether the Roman or Greek mythological tradition is being referenced.

Calling someone 'a Hercules' means describing them as a person of extraordinary physical strength, drawing on the mythological hero's legendary power. It's a figurative comparison rather than a literal reference to the myth.

Hercules is best known in mythology for completing twelve immense labours, a series of difficult and dangerous tasks that demonstrated his extraordinary strength and endurance. This feat is the central reason his name became synonymous with great physical power.