Parthenon

== English == === Etymology === From Ancient Greek Παρθενών (Parthenṓn), from παρθενών (parthenṓn, “women's chamber”), from παρθένος (parthénos, “virgin; young woman”). === Pronunciation === (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˈpɑːθənən/ (US) IPA(key): /ˈpɑːɹθənɑːn/ === Proper noun === Parthenon An ancient temple to Athena and monument in the city of Athens. It is a symbol of Greek achievement in the arts and of Athenian democracy. ==== Usage notes ==== Not to be confused with the Roman Pantheon. ==== Translations ==== ==== See also ==== Hekatompedon