Hercules meaning
UK US /ˈhɝkjəliz/ 3 syllables
Hercules (noun): (classical mythology) a hero noted for his strength; performed 12 immense labors to gain immortality.
Hercules has 2 meanings in this dictionary.
Hercules as a noun
- (classical mythology) a hero noted for his strength; performed 12 immense labors to gain immortality
Synonyms: Heracles, Herakles, Alcides
Type of: mythical being
Related forms: herculean
- a large constellation in the northern hemisphere between Lyra and Corona Borealis
Type of: constellation
How to pronounce Hercules
Hercules is pronounced /ˈhɝkjəliz/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.
Scrabble score: 13 (letter breakdown)
Word lists: words starting with HE · words ending in ES · 8-letter words
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