Alcestis is a proper noun (a classical figure) used primarily in literary and theatrical contexts. It refers to the legendary queen of Pleuron, wife of Admetus, whose story has been retold in plays, poetry, and translations. In contemporary usage, the name appears in scholarly references and performance programs to denote this specific character. The pronunciation is the main focus for non-Greek readers, given its unusual consonant cluster and vowels.
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