folk tale
US /ˈfoʊk teɪl/
UK /ˈfoʊk teɪl/
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conto popular, lenda
a story originating in popular culture, typically passed on by word of mouth.
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Many cultures have their own unique folk tales that teach moral lessons.
Muitas culturas têm seus próprios contos populares únicos que ensinam lições morais.
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The old woman used to tell us a different folk tale every night.
A velha costumava nos contar um conto popular diferente todas as noites.