How to Pronounce "clytemnestra"
word
ˌklaɪtəmˈnɛstrə
kly-tuhm-NES-truh
ˌklaɪtɛmˈnɛstrə
kly-tem-NES-truh
Definition
Clytemnestra is a character from Greek mythology, known as the wife of Agamemnon and for her role in the tragic events of the Trojan War legends.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌklaɪtəmˈnɛstrə
British English
ˌklaɪtɛmˈnɛstrə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kly-tuhm-NES-truh
UK
kly-tem-NES-truh
Listen in Context
Clytemnestra is a character in Greek mythology.
Clytemnestra was Agamemnon's wife.
Many plays tell the story of Clytemnestra.
Some people see Clytemnestra as a villain, while others think she was justified.