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How do you pronounce Aegeus?

Anonymous

∙ 12y ago

Updated: 7/23/2025

Aegeus is pronounced as "EE-jee-us." The emphasis is on the first syllable, which sounds like the letter "E" followed by a soft "jee," and ends with a short "us." This name is often associated with Greek mythology, particularly as the father of Theseus.

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∙ 3w ago

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How do you say aegeus?

Aegeus : (ē′jo͞os, ē′jē-əs)

Who was Aegeus?

Aegeus, after whom the Aegean Sea is called, became king of Athens and father of Theseus.

Who was theseus's father?

Aegeus or Poseidon.

Was aegeus king of Athens?

Yes.

Why does Medea try to poison theseus?

She doesn't want Aegeus to recognize his son, Theseus, because Aegeus would then reinstate Theseus's position as heir and he would inherit the throne of Athens after Aegeus dies. Medea wants her own son, Medus, to rule Athens after Aegeus dies - she wants to remove Theseus so that this can happen.

Why did it take Aegeus so long to recognize his own son?

Aegeus took so long because he needed proof that Theseus was his son.

What is the sea named after king aegeus?

Aegean

Who tried to poison theseus?

Aegeus, his father.

What promise does aegeus make theseus make befor he leaves?

Aegeus promised Theseus that he would give her a son before he leaves. This promise does come through.

The sea named after king aegeus?

The Aegean Sea

Is Theseus a cyclops?

No, he is not. He was the son of Aethra and king Aegeus.

Which athenian king gave his name to a sea?

Aegeus