How to Pronounce "minos"
word
MY-nahs
MY-noss
Definition
Minos is a figure from Greek mythology, known as the legendary king of Crete and the son of Zeus and Europa. He is famous for building the Labyrinth and being a judge of the dead in the underworld.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmaɪnɑs
British English
ˈmaɪnɒs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MY-nahs
UK
MY-noss
Listen in Context
Minos was the legendary king of Crete.
The Labyrinth was built for Minos.
Minos was the son of Zeus and Europa.
In stories, Minos became a judge of the dead after his death.