Which mythology does Echo belong to?

Echo belongs to Greek mythology.

Which stories does Echo appear in?

Echo appears in Echo and Narcissus, told as chaptered audio dramas in MythologyNow.

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Echo

The nymph cursed to only repeat others' last words

Mythology: Greek mythology
Group: Mortal · Nymphs
Appears in: Echo and Narcissus

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Echo is an Oread nymph whose chatter once shielded Zeus's affairs, until Hera, enraged, condemns her to speak only the final words spoken to her. She falls hopelessly for the beautiful Narcissus, but unable to voice her own love she is spurned, and wastes away in grief until nothing remains but her voice. Forever after she lingers in caves and cliffs, answering every call.

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Narcissus Hera

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Echo and Narcissus

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Echo?: Echo is an Oread nymph whose chatter once shielded Zeus's affairs, until Hera, enraged, condemns her to speak only the final words spoken to her.
Which mythology does Echo belong to?: Echo belongs to Greek mythology.
Which stories does Echo appear in?: Echo appears in Echo and Narcissus, told as chaptered audio dramas in MythologyNow.

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