How to Pronounce "alcibiades"
word
ˌælsəˈbaɪəˌdiz
al-suh-BY-uh-deez
ˌælsɪˈbaɪədiːz
al-si-BY-uh-deez
Definition
Alcibiades was a prominent and controversial Athenian statesman, orator, and general during the Peloponnesian War in ancient Greece.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌælsəˈbaɪəˌdiz
British English
ˌælsɪˈbaɪədiːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
al-suh-BY-uh-deez
UK
al-si-BY-uh-deez
Listen in Context
Alcibiades was an important figure in ancient Athens.
Many historians study Alcibiades and his actions.
Alcibiades changed sides during the Peloponnesian War.
Some people say Alcibiades was too clever for his own good.