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Lesbos

LEHZ-bos

Lesbos (name) means an island of Greece in the northeastern Aegean Sea. Example: “The poet Sappho lived on Lesbos.”

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An island of Greece in the northeastern Aegean Sea.
"The poet Sappho lived on Lesbos."
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Etymology

From Ancient Greek Λέσβος (Lésbos).

Origin: Ancient Greek

Frequently asked questions

What does “Lesbos” mean?

The word “Lesbos” means an island of Greece in the northeastern Aegean Sea.

How do you pronounce “Lesbos”?

“Lesbos” is pronounced LEHZ-bos (/ˈlɛz.boʊs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Lesbos” in a sentence?

Here is “Lesbos” used in a sentence: “The poet Sappho lived on Lesbos.”

What part of speech is “Lesbos”?

“Lesbos” is a name.

Where does the word “Lesbos” come from?

The word “Lesbos” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek Λέσβος (Lésbos).

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