myth in German
myth in German is Mythos, Sage — myth means a traditional story, often about gods or heroes, that explains the origins of the world or a people.
myth in German
Mythos
A commonly-held but false belief, a common misconception; a fictitious or imaginary person or thing; a popular conception about a real person or event which exaggerates or idealizes reality.
Mythos
An invented story, theory, or concept.
Sage
An invented story, theory, or concept.
What does "myth" mean?
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noun A traditional story, often about gods or heroes, that explains the origins of the world or a people.
"In the ancient myth, the sun was pulled across the sky by a chariot."
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noun A widely believed idea that is actually false.
"Many people believe the myth that cracking your knuckles gives you arthritis."
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myth in a sentence
- In the ancient myth, the sun was pulled across the sky by a chariot.
- Our teacher read us a myth explaining why the seasons change.
- Many people believe the myth that cracking your knuckles gives you arthritis.
- It's a myth that you only use ten percent of your brain.
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What is "myth" in German?
"myth" in German is Mythos, Sage. myth means: A traditional story, often about gods or heroes, that explains the origins of the world or a people.
How do you use "myth" in a sentence?
Example: "In the ancient myth, the sun was pulled across the sky by a chariot." In German, "myth" is Mythos, Sage.
Are there other ways to say "myth" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "myth": Mythos, Sage.
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