How to Pronounce "hesperus"
word
ˈhɛspəɹəs
HES-per-uhs
ˈhɛspərəs
HES-puh-ruhs
Definition
Hesperus is a poetic or classical name for the planet Venus when it appears in the evening sky, also known as the evening star.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɛspəɹəs
British English
ˈhɛspərəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HES-per-uhs
UK
HES-puh-ruhs
Listen in Context
You can see Hesperus shining in the evening sky.
In mythology, Hesperus is the personification of the evening star.
Ancient Greeks called Venus Hesperus when seen after sunset.
Poets often use Hesperus to evoke a sense of evening calm.