syracuse

• Nombre propio que designa una ciudad en el centro del estado de Nueva York, y también una histórica ciudad en el sureste de Sicilia, fundada por los corintios en el siglo VIII a.C., famosa por los importantes asedios durante las guerras del Peloponeso y la Segunda Guerra Púnica.

A proper noun referring to a city in central New York, as well as a historic city in southeastern Sicily founded by Corinthians in the 8th century BC, known for significant sieges during the Peloponnesian War and the Second Punic War.

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1. City in New YorkB1formalamerican

   A city in central New York State, located near Onondaga Lake, known for its university and salt industry history.

   Siracusa (Nueva York)

   • Syracuse is home to Syracuse University.
   • The city of Syracuse was a major salt producer in the 19th century.
   • I visited Syracuse last winter to see the snow.

2. Ancient city in SicilyB2formal

   A historic city on the southeastern coast of Sicily, founded by Greek colonists from Corinth in the 8th century BC.

   Siracusa

   • Syracuse was one of the most powerful city-states in ancient Greece.
   • The Greek theater in Syracuse is still used for performances today.
   • Archimedes, the famous mathematician, lived in Syracuse.

3. Roman siege (214-212 BC)C1formal

   A military campaign during the Second Punic War where the Roman Republic besieged and eventually captured Syracuse, resulting in the death of Archimedes.

   Sitio de Siracusa

   • The Roman siege of Syracuse lasted for two years.
   • Archimedes devised war machines to defend Syracuse during the siege.
   • The Romans sacked Syracuse in 212 BC, ending its independence.

4. Athenian siege (415-413 BC)C1formal

   A failed military expedition by Athens during the Peloponnesian War to conquer Syracuse, which ended in a decisive victory for Syracuse.

   Expedición a Sicilia

   • The Athenian siege of Syracuse was a major turning point in the Peloponnesian War.
   • Syracuse successfully defended itself against the Athenian invasion.
   • The defeat at Syracuse severely weakened Athens.