What are the definitions of myths and legends?

Answer 1

A myth is a legend or traditional tale, often expressing primitive beliefs, a widely believed fiction. A legend is a traditional story of oral origin but based more on fantasy than fact. A legend is also an inscription on a shield or a coin

Answer 2

Yes, myths are a kind of story.

Sometimes they are based on facts that happened many hundreds, maybe even thousands, of years ago but over time, as the story has been retold and retold by each generation, that story has become more and more embellished until what were originally ordinary people have become the heroes, gods and goddesses of the myths that we know today.

Answer 3

Myths are traditional stories that explain natural phenomena or teach a moral lesson, often involving gods, heroes, or supernatural beings. Legends are stories passed down as historical events but with exaggerated or mythical elements, often centering around real or historical figures.

Answer 4

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