folk tale

• Récit traditionnel ou légende transmis oralement de génération en génération au sein d'une culture, contenant souvent des leçons morales, des éléments surnaturels ou expliquant des phénomènes naturels.

A traditional story or legend passed down orally through generations within a culture, often containing moral lessons, supernatural elements, or explaining natural phenomena.

1. Traditional storyB1formal

   A story originating in popular culture, typically passed down orally from generation to generation, often containing moral lessons or explaining natural phenomena.

   conte populaire

   • The folk tale of the tortoise and the hare teaches patience.
   • She grew up listening to folk tales from her grandmother.
   • Many folk tales involve magical creatures and heroes.

2. Cultural narrativeB2formal

   A narrative that reflects the beliefs, customs, and values of a particular community or culture.

   conte traditionnel

   • This folk tale explains why the sun and moon are in the sky.
   • The folk tale is an important part of their cultural heritage.
   • Scholars study folk tales to understand ancient societies.