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
MORAL STORYB2
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.
Questions about fable
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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