Beowulf Meaning in English

word

US

ˈbeɪəˌwʊɫf

BAY-uh-woolf

UK

ˈbeɪəwʊlf

BAY-uh-woolf

Definition

Beowulf is an Old English epic poem and the name of its heroic main character who fights monsters and dragons.

Usage & Nuances

'Beowulf' is both the poem's title and the hero's name. Discussed mainly in literature, mythology, or history classes. Always capitalized. Sometimes used symbolically to refer to great courage or legendary heroism.

• Spanish: Beowulf
• Portuguese (BR): Beowulf
• Portuguese (PT): Beowulf
• Chinese (Simplified): 贝奥武夫
• Chinese (Traditional): 貝奧武夫
• Hindi: बियोवुल्फ
• Arabic: بياوولف
• Bengali: বিওউলফ
• Russian: Беовульф
• Japanese: ベオウルフ
• Vietnamese: Beowulf
• Korean: 베오울프
• Turkish: Beowulf
• Urdu: بیوولف
• Indonesian: Beowulf

Example Sentences

Beowulf is a famous Old English poem.

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Beowulf fights a monster named Grendel.

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Many students read Beowulf in literature class.

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Did you know that Beowulf is over a thousand years old?

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In the story, Beowulf becomes a king after defeating the dragon.

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Whenever someone shows courage, my teacher says they’re like Beowulf.

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