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Ys
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Ys (name) means a legendary city in Breton folklore said to have been swallowed by the sea. Example: “According to legend, Ys sank beneath the waves off the coast of Brittany.”
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A legendary city in Breton folklore said to have been swallowed by the sea.
"According to legend, Ys sank beneath the waves off the coast of Brittany."
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What does “Ys” mean?
The word “Ys” means a legendary city in Breton folklore said to have been swallowed by the sea.
How do you pronounce “Ys”?
“Ys” is pronounced EES (/ˈiːs/ in IPA).
How do you use “Ys” in a sentence?
Here is “Ys” used in a sentence: “According to legend, Ys sank beneath the waves off the coast of Brittany.”
What part of speech is “Ys”?
“Ys” is a name.
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