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Socrates

SOK-ruh-teez

Socrates (name) means a masculine given name of Greek origin, most famously borne by the classical Athenian philosopher. Example: “Socrates taught his students through questioning rather than lecturing.”

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A masculine given name of Greek origin, most famously borne by the classical Athenian philosopher.

"Socrates taught his students through questioning rather than lecturing."

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Etymology

From Greek Sokrates, of uncertain further origin.

Origin: Greek

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Socrates” mean?

The word “Socrates” means a masculine given name of Greek origin, most famously borne by the classical Athenian philosopher.

How do you pronounce “Socrates”?

“Socrates” is pronounced SOK-ruh-teez (/ˈsɑkɹətiz/ in IPA).

How do you use “Socrates” in a sentence?

Here is “Socrates” used in a sentence: “Socrates taught his students through questioning rather than lecturing.”

What part of speech is “Socrates”?

“Socrates” is a name.

Where does the word “Socrates” come from?

The word “Socrates” comes from Greek. From Greek Sokrates, of uncertain further origin.

Is “Socrates” a common word?

“Socrates” is an uncommon word in modern English.