myth — a traditional story explaining natural phenomena or beliefs, often involving gods or supernatural beings
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a traditional story explaining natural phenomena or beliefs, often involving gods or supernatural beings
Pronunciation (IPA): /mɪθ/
Korean meaning: 신화, 전설 (자연현상이나 믿음을 설명하는 전통적 이야기)
Korean pronunciation: **미**스
Example Sentences
- My mom still believes in the myth that eating carrots improves your eyesight dramatically.
- Norse myths feature Thor wielding his mighty hammer.
- The myth that goldfish have a 3-second memory has been scientifically debunked.
myth
NOUN//mɪθ//
a traditional story explaining natural phenomena or beliefs, often involving gods or supernatural beings
a traditional story explaining natural phenomena or beliefs, often involving gods or supernatural beings
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Origin
From Ancient Greek 'mythos' (μῦθος) meaning 'word', 'speech', or 'story'. The term originally referred to traditional narratives passed down orally in Greek culture before being adopted into Latin and European languages.
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“My mom still believes in the myth that eating carrots improves your eyesight dramatically.”
“Norse myths feature Thor wielding his mighty hammer.”
“The myth that goldfish have a 3-second memory has been scientifically debunked.”
“Students study various cultural myths in their literature class.”
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