folktales

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Noun folktale has 1 sense

folktale, folk tale - a tale circulated by word of mouth among the common folk
--₁ is a kind of narrative, narration, story, tale
--₁ is a part of folklore
--₁ has particulars: Arabian Nights' Entertainment, Arabian Nights, Thousand and One Nights

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Definition of Folktales

Folktales are traditional stories or legends that have been passed down orally from generation to generation within a specific culture or community. These tales often involve imaginative narratives, characters, and moral lessons.

Examples of Folktales in Sentences

The folktales of ancient Greece, such as the myth of Prometheus, provided explanations for natural phenomena and were passed down by poets and storytellers.
In many African cultures, folktales are used to teach children about values, customs, and the consequences of certain behaviors.
The Native American folktales often feature animals as main characters and convey the tribe's spiritual beliefs and respect for nature.

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