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Fable

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Meanings of Fable

Verb

  • To make up a story that is not true.
  • To tell a story that is imagined or invented.

Noun

  • A short story that teaches a lesson, often with animals as characters.
  • A tale that is made up and not true, often exciting or interesting.
  • A story that tells about events that didn't really happen.

Explanation of the word: Fable

A fable is a special kind of story that usually has animals as characters. These animals can talk and do things like people. Fables teach us important lessons about life.

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Translations for the word: Fable

hindi
कथा in Hindi

katha

किस्सा in Hindi

kissa

कहानी in Hindi

kahani

   

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Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Fable

What does 'fable' mean?
A fable is a short story that teaches a lesson or moral, often with animals as characters.
How do you pronounce 'fable'?
You pronounce 'fable' like 'fay-bul'.
What is the origin of the word 'fable'?
The word 'fable' comes from the Latin word 'fabula', which means 'story' or 'tale'.
What is the meaning of 'fable' in Bengali?
The word 'fable' in Bengali is 'কাহিনী' (Kāhinī).