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fable

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈfeɪbəl/

fable means: A short story, often about talking animals, that teaches a lesson about how to behave.

noun

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A short story, often about talking animals, that teaches a lesson about how to behave.

  • We read a fable about a fox.
  • The fable teaches us to be honest.
  • Children enjoy fables with talking animals.

Similar words: moral tale, apologue

Common phrases: a fable about something, traditional fable, tell a fable, animal fable

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What does fable mean?

A short story, often about talking animals, that teaches a lesson about how to behave.

What is fable in other languages?

Türkçe: fabl · Español: fábula · Français: fable · Deutsch: Fabel · Italiano: favola · 日本語: 寓話

How do you pronounce fable?

It is pronounced /ˈfeɪbəl/.

How do you use fable in a sentence?

We read a fable about a fox. The fable teaches us to be honest.

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