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irene

Pronunciation: [aɪˈriːn]

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Learn how to use irene in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “personal name”

(noun) Irene is a common female first name. It is often used for girls and women, and some people may know it from stories or history.

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Irene is my best friend, and we love to play together.

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Nobody knows a girl named Irene in our class.

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Do you know anyone named Irene?

Context: “mythology”

(noun) In Greek mythology, Irene is the goddess of peace. She represents calm and the absence of war.

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In ancient times, people prayed to Irene for peace in their lives.

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Irene was not known as a goddess of war; that role was for Ares.

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What does the goddess Irene bring to the world?

How to pronounce irene

Pronunciation: [aɪˈriːn]

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