How to Pronounce "orestes"
word
/ɔˈɹɛstiz/
aw-RES-teez
/ɒˈrɛstiːz/
uh-RES-teez
Definition
Orestes is a figure from Greek mythology, known as the son of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra, famous for avenging his father’s murder. It is also occasionally used as a male given name.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɔˈɹɛstiz/
British English
/ɒˈrɛstiːz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
aw-RES-teez
UK
uh-RES-teez
Listen in Context
Orestes is a famous character from Greek mythology.
The story of Orestes is told in many ancient plays.
Orestes was the son of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra.
I've always found the story of Orestes and his revenge on his mother fascinating.