How to Pronounce "electra"
word
ɪˈɫɛktɹə
ih-LEK-truh
ɪˈlɛk.trə
ih-LEK-truh
Definition
Electra is a name from Greek mythology, best known as the daughter of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra. It can also refer to characters in plays, literature, and sometimes as a female given name.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪˈɫɛktɹə
British English
ɪˈlɛk.trə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ih-LEK-truh
UK
ih-LEK-truh
Listen in Context
Electra is a famous character in Greek mythology.
They studied the story of Electra in literature class.
My friend's name is Electra.
Many modern plays are inspired by the legend of Electra.