valkyries

[US]/ˈvæl.kə.riz/
[UK]/ˈvæl.kə.riz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.(in Scandinavian mythology) Any of the twelve handmaidens of Odin who ride over battlefields choosing those who are to die and conducting them to Valhalla; plural of valkyrie.

Phrases & Collocations

the valkyries

valkyries fly

valkyries ride

valkyries descend

valkyries gather

the valkyrie's

dark valkyries

valkyries sing

ancient valkyries

valkyries call

Example Sentences

the norse valkyries were powerful warrior women who chose which warriors died in battle.

in norse mythology, the valkyrie goddesses guided fallen heroes to valhalla.

many ancient sagas describe valkyrie figures riding across the sky on winged horses.

the valkyrie warriors were said to possess supernatural strength and courage.

artists often depict valkyries with shining armor and magnificent wings.

viking legends tell of valkyrie protection for those who fought bravely.

the valkyrie spirit represents destiny and the acceptance of death.

some stories describe valkyries as messengers between the gods and mortals.

the valkyrie power was believed to influence the outcome of battles.

traditional norse poetry often references valkyries in verses about heroic death.

modern fantasy literature frequently draws upon valkyrie mythology for character creation.

the ancient norse people believed valkyries chose the bravest warriors for eternal glory.

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