See also: Héracles and Héraclès

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From Ancient Greek Ἡρακλῆς (Hēraklês), from Ἥρα (Hḗra, Hera) +‎ κλέος (kléos, glory).

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Heracles

  1. (Greek mythology): Son of Zeus and Alcmene, a celebrated hero who possessed exceptional strength. Most famous for his 12 labours performed to redeem himself after killing his family.
    Coordinate terms: Hercules, Melqart

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  • IPA(key): /eˈɾakles/ [eˈɾa.kles]
  • Rhymes: -akles
  • Syllabification: He‧ra‧cles

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Heracles m

  1. (Greek mythology) Heracles (the son of Zeus)