folktale

US /ˈfoʊkˌteɪl/
UK /ˈfoʊkˌteɪl/
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volksverhaal, legende

a story originating in popular culture, typically passed on by word of mouth.

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Many cultures have their own unique folktales that teach moral lessons.
Veel culturen hebben hun eigen unieke volksverhalen die morele lessen leren.
The old woman used to tell us folktales by the fireplace.
De oude vrouw vertelde ons vroeger volksverhalen bij de open haard.