name

Vesta

VEHS-tuh

Vesta (name) means the Roman goddess of the hearth, home, and family life. Example: “Priestesses called Vestal Virgins tended the sacred fire of Vesta.”

name

The Roman goddess of the hearth, home, and family life.

"Priestesses called Vestal Virgins tended the sacred fire of Vesta."

noun

An old-fashioned term for a short wooden or wax match.

"He struck a vesta to light his pipe."

How to use Vesta

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMainly known as the Roman goddess of home and hearth; also an old word for a match.

Word forms

vestas plural

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Etymology

From Latin Vesta, related to the Greek goddess Hestia — both linked to an ancient root meaning "to dwell".

Origin: Latin

Rhymes for Vesta

siesta fiesta cuesta Questa

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Vesta” mean?

The word “Vesta” means the Roman goddess of the hearth, home, and family life. In plain terms, mainly known as the Roman goddess of home and hearth; also an old word for a match.

How do you pronounce “Vesta”?

“Vesta” is pronounced VEHS-tuh (/ˈvɛstə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Vesta” in a sentence?

Here is “Vesta” used in a sentence: “Priestesses called Vestal Virgins tended the sacred fire of Vesta.”

What part of speech is “Vesta”?

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

Where does the word “Vesta” come from?

The word “Vesta” comes from Latin. From Latin Vesta, related to the Greek goddess Hestia — both linked to an ancient root meaning "to dwell".

How many meanings does “Vesta” have?

“Vesta” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the Roman goddess of the hearth, home, and family life.