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神话
shénhuà
Description
神话是很久以前的人讲的故事，里面有神和奇怪的事情。
Myth is a story told by people long ago, featuring gods and strange events.
我们也用这个词说一些不真实、但大家都相信的想法。
We also use this word to describe some unreal ideas that everyone believes.
Meanings
神话shénhuà
myth; legend about gods
我很喜欢读中国古代的神话。
I really enjoy reading ancient Chinese myths.
神话shénhuà
a false but widely believed idea
这只是一个神话，其实不是真的。
This is just a myth; it's not true.
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Notes
- Etymology
神 (god/spirit) + 话 (talk/story), literally "stories of the gods".
- Nuance
神话 means ancient myths; 传说 is legend, often about real-seeming people or places.
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