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Priam

PREYE-uhm

Priam (name) means the legendary last king of Troy in Greek mythology. Example: “Priam ruled Troy during the Trojan War described in Homer's Iliad.”

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The legendary last king of Troy in Greek mythology.
"Priam ruled Troy during the Trojan War described in Homer's Iliad."
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Etymology

From Latin Priamus, from Greek Πρίαμος (Príamos).

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Priam” mean?

The word “Priam” means the legendary last king of Troy in Greek mythology.

How do you pronounce “Priam”?

“Priam” is pronounced PREYE-uhm (/ˈpɹaɪəm/ in IPA).

How do you use “Priam” in a sentence?

Here is “Priam” used in a sentence: “Priam ruled Troy during the Trojan War described in Homer's Iliad.”

What part of speech is “Priam”?

“Priam” is a name.

Where does the word “Priam” come from?

The word “Priam” comes from Latin. From Latin Priamus, from Greek Πρίαμος (Príamos).

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