Meaning of "hades" in English

In English, "Hades" refers to the ancient Greek god of the underworld, as well as the name of the underworld itself. Hades was one of the Olympian deities, albeit often viewed with awe and fear, as he ruled over the dead. In a broader literary and cultural context, "Hades" also refers to the realm of the dead or a metaphorical place of darkness and gloom. It's a term rich in mythology and is frequently used in discussions of ancient texts, theology, and modern adaptations of myth.

Meaning of "hadès" in French

The term "Hadès" in French pertains to the same Greek god and underworld as in English. It represents the god who reigns over the dead in Greek mythology and the underworld itself, where souls are believed to reside after death. The word conveys themes of death, the afterlife, and the mysterious, often somber aspects of ancient myth. It appears in French literature and discussions on mythology, providing a cultural insight into how the ancient Greeks perceived life and death.

Pronunciation of "hades" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈheɪdiːz/

Pronunciation Variations: In English, "Hades" is generally pronounced the same across different dialects. However, there may be slight variations in vowel length and emphasis depending on the speaker's regional accent.

Pronunciation of "hadès" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /adɛs/

Pronunciation Variations: "Hadès" in French typically does not vary much by region, although the intonation might differ slightly between speakers from different French-speaking areas.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. Hades ruled the underworld with a stern hand.
    (Hadès régnait sur le monde souterrain d'une main ferme.)

  2. The myth of Hades and Persephone is well-known in Greek mythology.
    (Le mythe d'Hadès et de Perséphone est bien connu dans la mythologie grecque.)

  3. Many feared the name of Hades, god of the dead.
    (Beaucoup craignaient le nom d'Hadès, dieu des morts.)

  4. Ancient tales often depict Hades as a dark and forbidding place.
    (Les contes anciens présentent souvent Hadès comme un lieu sombre et intimidant.)

  5. Cerberus guards the gates of Hades.
    (Cerbère garde les portes d'Hadès.)

  6. Few dared to venture into the realm of Hades.
    (Peu osaient s'aventurer dans le royaume d'Hadès.)

  7. Hades agreed to let Orpheus take Eurydice back under one condition.
    (Hadès accepta de laisser Orphée ramener Eurydice à une condition.)

  8. Some viewed Hades as a necessary counterpart to life.
    (Certains voyaient Hadès comme un complément nécessaire à la vie.)

  9. The story of Hades gives insight into ancient beliefs about death.
    (L'histoire d'Hadès donne un aperçu des croyances anciennes sur la mort.)

  10. Hades' realm is described in various forms of literature and art.
    (Le royaume d'Hadès est décrit dans diverses formes de littérature et d'art.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "hades" in English

Synonyms: underworld, inferno, netherworld, Hell, abyss, Tartarus, Erebus.

Antonyms: heaven, paradise, Elysium, utopia, Eden.

Similar Words: Pluto, afterlife, necropolis, crypt, Styx.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "hadès" in French

Synonyms: enfer, monde souterrain, abîme, infer, érébe.

Antonyms: paradis, ciel, élysée.

Similar Words: Pluton, après-vie, nécropole, crypte, Styx.

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