Afrodita (en. Aphrodite)

/afroˈdita/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Female deity of love and fertility.
Afrodita is considered the mother of Eros.
Afrodita es considerada la madre de Eros.
Symbol of beauty and seduction.
She has an air of Afrodita that makes her irresistible.
Ella tiene un aire de Afrodita que la hace irresistible.
Mythological figure that represents love in its various forms.
The festival in her honor celebrated beauty and harmony, paying tribute to Afrodita.
El festival en su honor celebraba la belleza y la armonía, homenajando a Afrodita.

Etymology

The name 'Afrodita' derives from the Greek 'Aphrodítē', associated with the sea foam and love.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Rose of Afrodita
A term used to describe something extremely beautiful.
Rosa de Afrodita
The cult of Afrodita
Referring to the public or private worship of this goddess of love.
El culto a Afrodita

Related Words

Eros
God of love in Greek mythology, frequently associated with Afrodita.
Eros
Hercules
Mythological hero who had stories related to Afrodita.
Hércules
Athena
Goddess of wisdom that is often contrasted with Afrodita.
Atenea

Slang Meanings

Very attractive or seductive person.
She is a true Afrodita at that party.
Ella es una verdadera Afrodita en esa fiesta.
Someone who causes instant infatuation.
Ever since I saw her, I feel like I'm under the spell of Afrodita.
Desde que la vi, siento que estoy bajo el hechizo de Afrodita.