🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

神话生物

Pronunciation / Transliteration: Shénhuà shēngwù

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Mythical Being/ˈmɪθɪkəl ˈbiːɪŋ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"龙是许多文化中的神话生物。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A creature or entity that exists in mythology or folklore, often possessing supernatural powers.

    "In many cultures, a dragon is considered a mythical being that symbolizes power and wisdom."
  2. 2

    An imaginary or fictional character that embodies the qualities of mythological narratives.

    "The unicorn is a mythical being often associated with purity and grace."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'mythical' derives from the Greek word 'mythos', meaning 'story' or 'tale', combined with 'being', which comes from the Old English 'beon', meaning 'to be' or 'exist'. The concept evolved through various cultures, often representing supernatural entities in folklore and mythology.

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