English Expression · Intermediate
siren song
An enticing but dangerous appeal, especially a misleading one
Pronunciation: say siren song
Meaning
An enticing but dangerous appeal, especially a misleading one.
Example
Romance never sang to him her siren song, and Adventure had never shouted in his sluggish blood.
Romance never sang to him her siren song, and Adventure had never shouted in his sluggish blood.
Practice tips
- Practice siren song out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.