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    Mythologie (en. Mythology)

    /mi.tɔ.lɔ.ʒi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Science that studies myths and legends.
    Greek mythology is rich in fascinating stories.
    La mythologie grecque est riche en histoires fascinantes.
    A collection of myths related to a culture or a period.
    Egyptian mythology includes many gods and goddesses.
    La mythologie égyptienne comprend de nombreux dieux et déesses.
    Symbolic narratives that explain facts or natural phenomena.
    Mythologies often attempt to explain the origin of the world.
    Les mythologies tentent souvent d'expliquer l'origine du monde.

    Etymology

    From the ancient Greek 'mythos' which means 'story' and 'logos' which means 'study'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    comparative mythology
    Study of myths from different backgrounds to grasp their similarities.
    mythologie comparée
    modern mythology
    Use or reinterpretation of myths in a contemporary context.
    mythologie moderne
    debunk a myth
    To dispel the illusions surrounding a belief or misconception.
    démystifier un mythe

    Related Words

    myth
    Traditional narrative that explains a phenomenon, often related to religion.
    mythe
    legend
    Narrative that embellishes characters or historical events.
    légende
    theogony
    Study of the gods in a given mythology.
    diexologie

    Slang Meanings

    To tell incredible tales.
    He is always spinning mythology with his anecdotes.
    Il est toujours en train de faire de la mythologie avec ses anecdotes.
    To have delusional beliefs.
    Don't be fooled, it's just mythology.
    Ne te laisse pas berner, c'est juste de la mythologie.