word
Mythology
Valkyrie
VAL-kir-ee
ˈvælkɪriListen
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Syllable breakdown
Valkyrie
Dictionary meaning
Female divine beings in Norse mythology who choose which warriors die in battle and escort fallen heroes to Valhalla.
History and origin
Old Norse — 'chooser of the slain'.
Common mispronunciations
val-KYE-reeVAL-kuh-ree
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