helios
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Definition
Helios is the personification of the sun in ancient Greek mythology. He is often depicted as a god driving a chariot across the sky each day.
Usage & Nuances
Rare outside of historical, mythological, or literary contexts. 'Helios' is a proper noun and always capitalized. Occasionally used for poetic references to the sun, or as a name in various contexts.
Spanish: Helios (dios del sol)Portuguese (BR): Hélios (deus do sol)Portuguese (PT): Hélio (deus do sol)Chinese (Simplified): 赫利俄斯（太阳神）Chinese (Traditional): 赫利奧斯（太陽神）Hindi: हेलिओस (सूर्य देवता)Arabic: هيليوس (إله الشمس)Bengali: হেলিওসRussian: ГелиосJapanese: ヘリオスVietnamese: HeliosKorean: 헬리오스Turkish: HeliosUrdu: ہیلیوسIndonesian: Helios
Example Sentences
When you hear stories of gods moving the sun, it's often about Helios.
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In Greek mythology, Helios drove the sun chariot across the sky.
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The ancient Greeks worshipped Helios as the sun god.
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A statue of Helios stood in the city of Rhodes.
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Many poems use Helios as a symbol for the power of the sun.
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The name Helios is sometimes given to solar-powered devices and companies.
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