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myth in Portuguese

myth in Portuguese is mito, lenda — myth means a traditional story, often about gods or heroes, that explains the origins of the world or a people.

myth in Portuguese

mito
noun
lenda
noun

What does "myth" mean?

  1. 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."
  2. 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 Portuguese?
"myth" in Portuguese is mito, lenda. 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 Portuguese, "myth" is mito, lenda.
Are there other ways to say "myth" in Portuguese?
Yes — Portuguese has 2 translations listed for "myth": mito, lenda.
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