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When did the word Nike enter the American language?
Nike comes from Greek. Nike was the Greek goddess of victory. Nike entered the American language when it became a brand name. It is technically a name, not a word. It is like Kleenex, which is a brand name that has come to mean 'tissues' over time.
Why is the E pronounced in Nike when in all like words it is not heard?
Nike Inc., the well known American sportswear and equipment supplier, is popularly reputed to have taken it's name from the mythical Greek goddess of victory and generally follows the common anglicised spelling of "Nike" with a pronounced "E."
What does the name Nikita mean?
Nikita is a masculin Russian manAnswer:Nikita can be a girl's or boy's name. It is of Greek origin, and its meaning is "unconquered". It can also be a nickname for Nicole, which is derived from Nike, the Greek goddess of victory.
How does Greek mythology influence modern day language?
Greek mythology influenced and shaped the English language and others on many levels. Terms like, Achilles tendon-comes from the myth of the hero that's weak spot on the back of his heel that was his Achilles and he got shot in a battle on his Achilles and died. Nike-in Greek mythology known as "victory" or "great success" Ajax-hero, ledgend, now referenced as a house-held cleaner
What does Nicole mean in greek?
Nicole comes from the greek name "Nikolaos" and means "Victory of the people"
Does the Greek Goddess Nike have a constellation?
No - the IAU does not recognize Nike, the greek Goddess of Victory as a constellation.
How do you spell Nike in Greek letters?
The Greek goddess Nike was the goddess of victory. The Roman name for Nike was Victoria.
What is Nike greek name?
==== well if you read it like the famous shoes brand,then it means nothing :) but if you read it like "nicky" then it means "victory" ==== Nike was the goddess of victory.
What have Nike got in common with greek myths?
Nike is a Greek Goddess.
Where does the name Nike come from?
Came from the Greek Goddess Nike, it is supposed to be one of her "wings".
Was Nike a titan according to Greek mythology?
No, Nike was a Greek goddess. Her Roman equivalent was Victoria. She was the goddess of victory.
What does Nike have to do with mytholigy?
Nike is the greek goddess of Victory
Are Nike shoes named after a god?
Nike, Inc. is named after a Greek goddess, Nike the goddess of victory.
What is the primary function of the goddess Nike?
Nike was the Greek goddess of victory. She helped out in battles.
What did Nike inc take it company name from?
Greek Goddess
What powers did the ancient Greek goddess Nike have?
Nike is the minor goddess of victory.
Who was the Greek goddess of victory called?
Nike (pronounced NICK-EE). Hence the sports footwear makers have tried to get in on the act.
