French Conversation · Level 22
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French word
mythologie
Pronunciation
IPA/mitoloʒi/
Meaning
- feminine nounmythology
Example
J'aime la mythologie.
I like mythology.
More examples
La mythologie grecque raconte des dieux et des héros.
Greek mythology tells of gods and heroes.
Core concept
A map of sacred and legendary narratives that explains how a people imagines the gods, humanity, and the beginning of the world.
Common phrases
la mythologie grecque
Greek mythology
Similar words
mythe: An old story featuring gods or heroes that explains the meaning of the world or an event.
légende: A traditional story in which people or events become exaggerated over time.
conte: A brief made-up story intended to entertain or teach a lesson.
folklore: The shared customs, songs, and traditions of a community.
Definition in French
Système de récits légendaires expliquant l'origine des dieux, des hommes et du monde, et branche des études qui les analyse.
Word origin
The word combines Greek mythos, meaning 'traditional story', with -logia, meaning 'study or discourse', and entered French through Latin mythologia.
Usage tips
- The related adjective mythologique means 'relating to mythology', while mythique often means 'legendary' or 'exceptional' in modern French.