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myth

myth

Meaning of myth

mythical story

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British English/ˈmɪθ/
American English/ˈmɪθ/
Russian transcription[ˈmif]
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myth with Russian translation

myth usage examples

🇷🇺Russian🇬🇧English

Жители деревни рассказывали миф об образовании озера.

The villagers told a myth about the lake's origin.

🇷🇺Russian🇬🇧English

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.

mythмиф
showerдуш
elevatorлифт
towelполотенце
TVтелевизор
viewвид
breakfastзавтрак

myth synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between myth / legend / mythology / urban legend / fairy tale / fable

🇬🇧English
myth

a traditional story, often about gods or explaining beliefs; can also mean a widely held but false idea

A1Often

The myth of Atlantis has inspired many writers.

Миф об Атлантиде вдохновил многих писателей.

🇬🇧English

a traditional story about heroes or historical events, often with some basis in history

A2Often

The legend of King Arthur mixes history and myth.

Легенда о короле Артуре сочетает историю и миф.

M
🇬🇧English
mythology

a collection or system of myths belonging to a culture

B1Often

Greek mythology includes many gods and heroes.

Греческая мифология включает многих богов и героев.

U
🇬🇧English
urban legend

a modern, often false story circulated as true, usually about contemporary events

B2Often

An urban legend claimed the mall was haunted.

Городская легенда утверждала, что торговый центр — с привидениями.

F
🇬🇧English
fairy tale

a children's story with magical creatures and moral elements

A1Very Often

Cinderella is a famous fairy tale.

Золушка — известная сказка о феях.

F
🇬🇧English
fable

a short story that teaches a moral, often with animals as characters

A2Often

Aesop's fables teach simple morals.

Басни Эзопа преподают простые нравственные уроки.

🇬🇧English

the traditional stories, customs, and beliefs of a people

B1Often

The festival celebrates local folklore and songs.

Фестиваль празднует местный фольклор и песни.

L
🇬🇧English
lore

traditional knowledge or stories passed within a community

B2Rarely

Local lore says the hill is haunted.

Местные предания говорят, что холм проклят.

S
🇬🇧English
superstition

an irrational belief in supernatural causation or practices

B1Often

Walking under ladders is considered bad luck by superstition.

По поверью, проходить под лестницей — к несчастью.

🇬🇧English

a long-established practice or custom passed down within a group

A2Very Often

It is a local tradition to light lanterns in spring.

Местная традиция — зажигать фонари весной.

🇬🇧English

an acceptance that something is true or exists, often personal or cultural

A2Very Often

Her belief in the legend influenced her decisions.

Её вера в легенду повлияла на её решения.

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How to pronounce myth and what this word means

myth translation: миф. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce myth

/ˈmɪθ/

myth translation

миф

myth examples

The villagers told a myth about the lake's origin.

myth transcription

/ˈmɪθ/, /ˈmɪθ/

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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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