mitos
/mitos/from spelling rules
The English phrase "myths" is translated into Spanish as mitos.
The term refers to traditional stories that explain the early history of a people or the natural world.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of the word is mito. The plural form is mitos.
How do you pronounce it?
/mitos/
Did you know?
- Spanish speakers may use the term mitomanía to describe a clinical condition where a person habitually tells lies, which is a specialized way the root of 'myth' is applied to human behavior.
- In a political or social context, calling a widely held belief a mito often implies that the belief is actually a 'falsehood' or a 'lie' rather than just a traditional story.
- While mitos refers to ancient legends, in many Spanish-speaking countries, the word mito is also used colloquially to describe a person who is a 'legend' or an incredibly talented icon in sports or music.
Examples in context
- ¿Conoces algunos mitos griegos?Do you know any Greek myths?This sentence is useful for asking if someone is familiar with certain Greek mitos.Tatoeba #721795 by ventana, translation #36314 by CK
- Los mitos griegos son fascinantes para los estudiantes.Greek myths are fascinating for students.
- En la cultura maya, encontramos relatos míticos de dioses y héroes.In Mayan culture, we find mythical tales of gods and heroes.
- Los mitos explican el origen del universo.Myths explain the origin of the universe.
- Me apasionan los mitos de las culturas antiguas.I am passionate about the myths of ancient cultures.
Example conversation
Alejandro and Sofía are at a museum discussing an exhibit.
- Alejandro¿Te interesan los mitos de la antigua Grecia?Are you interested in the myths of ancient Greece?
- SofíaSí, Alejandro, son fascinantes.Yes, Alejandro, they are fascinating.
- AlejandroEsa exhibición trata sobre esos mitos.That exhibition is about those myths.
- SofíaEntonces vamos a verla.Then let's go see it.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
