acropolis

Everyday

1. (a name) The Acropolis is a rocky hill in Athens, Greece, with ancient temples on top, including the Parthenon. tree →
2. An acropolis is the high, fortified part of any ancient Greek city. tree →

In the lessons

In history lessons about Ancient Greece it is a key place, linked with the goddess Athena and Greek architecture. Phrases: the Acropolis of Athens, on the Acropolis.

Examples

• The Parthenon stands on the Acropolis in Athens. tree →
• The Acropolis was built to honour the goddess Athena. tree →
• Many Greek cities had an acropolis on a hill for defence. tree →
• We saw the Acropolis lit up at night. tree →
• The Acropolis is about 2,500 years old. tree →
• Tourists climb the hill to visit the Acropolis. tree →
• A celebrated temple was erected to this divinity on the Acropolis at Athens, which is still to be seen, and is in excellent preservation. tree →

Note

With a capital A for the one in Athens. From Greek akro (high) + polis (city). Plural acropolises (rare). Said a-KROP-o-lis.