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phintias

/ˈfɪn.ti.əs/

Übersetzung: Eigenname einer legendären Figur der antiken griechischen Geschichte, bekannt als treuer Freund des Damon, der von Dionysios dem Älteren zum Tode verurteilt wurde.

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noun

/ˈfɪn.ti.əs/C2formal
  • deEigenname einer legendären Figur der antiken griechischen Geschichte, bekannt als treuer Freund des Damon, der von Dionysios dem Älteren zum Tode verurteilt wurde.

A proper noun referring to a legendary figure from ancient Greek history, known as the loyal friend of Damon who was condemned to death by Dionysius the Elder.

unzählbar · Eigenname

  1. Legendary friend of DamonC2formal

    A figure from classical legend, known for his deep friendship with Damon. Phintias was condemned to death by the tyrant Dionysius the Elder and was allowed a temporary leave to settle his affairs, with his friend Damon offering his own life as a guarantee for his return.

    deLegendärer Freund des Damon

    • The story of Damon and Phintias is a classic example of loyal friendship.
    • Phintias returned to Syracuse just in time to save Damon from execution.
    • The tyrant Dionysius was so moved by the loyalty of Damon and Phintias that he pardoned them both.