Erato

See also: Erató

English

Etymology

From Ancient Greek Ἐρατώ (Eratṓ).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈɛɹətoʊ/

Proper noun

Erato

  1. (Greek mythology) The goddess of lyric poetry, particularly erotic poetry, eroticism, and mimic imitation, and one of the Muses; the daughters of Zeus & Mnemosyne. Usually depicted with a crown/wreath of myrtle and roses, holding a lyre and a golden arrow and doves. Often accompanies Eros/Cupid.
  2. (astronomy) 62 Erato, a main belt asteroid.

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Italian

Etymology

From Ancient Greek Ἐρατώ (Eratṓ).

Proper noun

Erato f

  1. (Greek mythology) Erato

Portuguese

Proper noun

Erato f

  1. (Greek mythology) Erato (muse of lyric poetry)
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