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Our class learned parable during reading today.
What does Parable mean?
a short story with a lesson.
Dictionary definition
A short story that teaches a moral or life lesson.
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Parable in a sentence
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In writing workshop, we used parable to explain the story clearly.
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What does parable mean?
Parable means a short story with a lesson.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses parable correctly?
The correct sentence uses parable in a way that matches its meaning.
Practice 3
Which word is closest in meaning to parable?
Allegory is close in meaning to parable.
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Parable
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WordParable.
Partnoun.
MeaningParable means a short story with a lesson.
ExampleExample: Our class learned parable during reading today.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- pair · uh · bul
- Strongest beat
- pair
- Ending
- bul
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on pair.
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Synonyms
Words like Parable
allegorySimilar meaning.
lesson storySimilar meaning.
Antonyms
Opposite words
fact reportOpposite or contrasting meaning.
literal accountOpposite or contrasting meaning.
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Word family
Parable word family
Base word
parable
noun
parables
Plural form.
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Hint for students
a short story with a lesson.
Common mix-up
Parable is not the same as fact report. Parable means a short story with a lesson.
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Read this model sentence: In writing workshop, we used parable to explain the story clearly. Clue words: story, writing, workshop. Underline clue words that show why parable fits instead of fact report. Now write one new sentence that shows parable without using the word parable. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show parable?
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