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The tale is part of local folklore.
What does Folklore mean?
traditional stories and beliefs passed down over time
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Traditional stories, customs, and beliefs passed down through a culture.
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Folklore can explain what a community values.
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Many cultures preserve folklore through stories and songs.
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What does folklore mean?
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Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to folklore?
Tradition is close in meaning to folklore.
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Which word or phrase is most opposite in meaning to folklore?
Recorded history is the opposite because it contrasts with folklore, which means traditional stories and beliefs passed down over time.
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Folklore
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fohk · lor · strongest beat: fohk
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WordFolklore.
Partnoun.
MeaningFolklore means traditional stories and beliefs passed down over time.
ExampleExample: The tale is part of local folklore.
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- Syllables
- fohk · lor
- Strongest beat
- fohk
- Ending
- lor
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on fohk.
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Synonyms
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traditionClose in meaning in many contexts.
legendsClose in meaning in many contexts.
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recorded historyUseful contrast for understanding the word.
factUseful contrast for understanding the word.
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folklore
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folklores
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