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Hermia

Hermia (name) means a female given name, best known as a character in Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. Example: “In the play, Hermia refuses to marry the man her father has chosen.”

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A female given name, best known as a character in Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream.
"In the play, Hermia refuses to marry the man her father has chosen."

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In plain EnglishA first name most associated with the Shakespearean character.

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Etymology

Popularized by the character Hermia in Shakespeare's comedy.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Hermia” mean?

The word “Hermia” means a female given name, best known as a character in Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. In plain terms, a first name most associated with the Shakespearean character.

How do you use “Hermia” in a sentence?

Here is “Hermia” used in a sentence: “In the play, Hermia refuses to marry the man her father has chosen.”

What part of speech is “Hermia”?

“Hermia” is a name.

What is the meaning of Hermia?

"Hermia" (name) means a female given name, best known as a character in Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream.

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