How to Pronounce "eteocles"
word
əˈtiːəˌkliːz
uh-TEE-uh-kleez
ˌɛtiˈɒkliːz
et-ee-OK-leez
Definition
Eteocles is a figure from Greek mythology, known as a son of Oedipus and Jocasta who became king of Thebes and fought against his own brother, Polynices, for the throne.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈtiːəˌkliːz
British English
ˌɛtiˈɒkliːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-TEE-uh-kleez
UK
et-ee-OK-leez
Listen in Context
Eteocles was one of the sons of Oedipus.
Eteocles became the king of Thebes.
The story of Eteocles is part of Greek mythology.
People often confuse Eteocles with his brother Polynices.