Meaning of "pantheon" in English

The term "pantheon" refers to a group of particularly esteemed, notable, or influential figures within a particular field or domain, such as artists or influential thinkers. Additionally, when capitalized, "Pantheon" can refer to specific temples dedicated to all gods, particularly in ancient Greece or Rome. In a broader cultural sense, a pantheon can symbolize any collection of respected members or entities within a specific sector, such as the pantheon of great authors or musicians.

Meaning of "panthéon" in French

In French, "panthéon" has a similar meaning to English, referring to a collection of iconic figures in art, literature, or other esteemed fields. Additionally, it denotes a temple dedicated to all gods, specifically in ancient Greek and Roman cultures. In contemporary French culture, "le Panthéon" is also an iconic monument in Paris, which serves as a mausoleum for notable French figures and symbolizes national pride and reverence for historical contributors.

Pronunciation of "pantheon" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈpænθiən/ or /ˈpænθiːɒn/.

Pronunciation Variations: In American English, it's commonly pronounced as /ˈpænθiən/, whereas in British English, it may have a longer second syllable, pronounced as /ˈpænθiːɒn/.

Pronunciation of "panthéon" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /pɑ̃.te.ɔ̃/.

Pronunciation Variations: In some regional dialects, the pronunciation might vary slightly, particularly in the nasalization of vowels, but generally retains the structure /pɑ̃.te.ɔ̃/ across France.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The pantheon of classical composers includes Bach and Mozart.
    (Le panthéon des compositeurs classiques comprend Bach et Mozart.)

  2. Many artists aspire to join the pantheon of the greats.
    (De nombreux artistes aspirent à rejoindre le panthéon des grands.)

  3. In ancient Rome, the Pantheon was a temple dedicated to all gods.
    (Dans la Rome antique, le Panthéon était un temple dédié à tous les dieux.)

  4. The literary pantheon is filled with authors who shaped modern storytelling.
    (Le panthéon littéraire est rempli d’auteurs qui ont façonné la narration moderne.)

  5. She was elected into the sports pantheon for her outstanding achievements.
    (Elle a été élue dans le panthéon sportif pour ses réalisations exceptionnelles.)

  6. The architectural design of the Pantheon is an engineering marvel.
    (Le design architectural du Panthéon est une merveille d'ingénierie.)

  7. His contributions place him among the pantheon of innovation leaders.
    (Ses contributions le placent parmi le panthéon des leaders de l'innovation.)

  8. The museum has a section dedicated to the pantheon of French painters.
    (Le musée a une section dédiée au panthéon des peintres français.)

  9. She dreams of becoming a member of the scientific pantheon.
    (Elle rêve de devenir membre du panthéon scientifique.)

  10. The Pantheon in Paris is a monument to France’s historical figures.
    (Le Panthéon à Paris est un monument aux figures historiques de la France.)

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

Synonyms: temple, shrine, hall of fame, collection, assembly.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: sanctuary, memorial, monument, shrine, coliseum.

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

Synonyms: mausolée, monument, temple.

Antonyms: -.

Similar Words: sanctuaire, mémorial, galerie.

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