myth
миф
mythical story
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myth with Russian translation
myth usage examples
Жители деревни рассказывали миф об образовании озера.
The villagers told a myth about the lake's origin.
Исследователи изучают этот миф, чтобы понять местные верования.
Researchers study the myth to understand local beliefs.
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myth belongs to the topic "Culture and Traditions of Countries". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
myth synonyms
Related words worth learning together
a traditional story about heroes or historical events, often with some basis in history
The legend of King Arthur mixes history and myth.
a collection or system of myths belonging to a culture
Greek mythology includes many gods and heroes.
a modern, often false story circulated as true, usually about contemporary events
An urban legend claimed the mall was haunted.
a children's story with magical creatures and moral elements
Cinderella is a famous fairy tale.
a short story that teaches a moral, often with animals as characters
Aesop's fables teach simple morals.
The festival celebrates local folklore and songs.
traditional knowledge or stories passed within a community
Local lore says the hill is haunted.
an irrational belief in supernatural causation or practices
Walking under ladders is considered bad luck by superstition.
It is a local tradition to light lanterns in spring.
Her belief in the legend influenced her decisions.
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How is myth different from related words?
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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Questions about this word
myth meaning: what does it mean?
mythical story
myth pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
myth is pronounced as /ˈmɪθ/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
myth definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The villagers told a myth about the lake's origin. Translation: Жители деревни рассказывали миф об образовании озера.
Is myth part of Culture and Traditions of Countries vocabulary?
Yes, myth (миф) can be learned in the Culture and Traditions of Countries topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is myth part of Travel and Leisure vocabulary?
Yes, myth (миф) can be learned in the Travel and Leisure topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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