Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
esfinge
Noun
/ɛsˈfɪŋɡə/
Definition
A mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human, often associated with riddles and mystery.
Examples
- The Riddle of the Sphinx is one of the most famous tales in Greek mythology.
- In ancient Egypt, the Great Sphinx of Giza is a monumental representation of this creature.
- The esfinge in literature often poses challenges to heroes, testing their wisdom.
Meaning
The term ‘esfinge’ refers to a figure from mythology and literature, symbolizing enigma and perplexity, and is often linked to ancient cultures.
Synonyms
- Riddle
- Enigma
- Mystery