Myth in Tagalog

“Myth” in Tagalog is “Alamat” or “Mitolohiya.” This term refers to traditional stories, legends, or widely held but false beliefs. Understanding how to use “myth” correctly helps you discuss folklore, cultural narratives, and misconceptions in Filipino contexts.

[Words] = Myth

[Definition]:

• Myth /mɪθ/
• Noun 1: A traditional story, especially one concerning the early history of a people or explaining natural or social phenomena
• Noun 2: A widely held but false belief or idea
• Noun 3: A fictitious or imaginary person or thing

[Synonyms] = Alamat, Mitolohiya, Kathang-isip, Kuwentong-bayan, Mito, Paniniwala, Himala

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The ancient Greek myth of Prometheus explains how humans obtained fire.
• Ex1_PH: Ang sinaunang Griyegong alamat ni Prometheus ay nagpapaliwanag kung paano nakakuha ng apoy ang mga tao.
• Ex2_EN: It’s a common myth that you need to drink eight glasses of water every day.
• Ex2_PH: Ito ay karaniwang mito na kailangan mong uminom ng walong baso ng tubig araw-araw.
• Ex3_EN: Filipino children grow up hearing the myth of Malakas and Maganda.
• Ex3_PH: Ang mga batang Pilipino ay lumalaki na nakikinig sa alamat nina Malakas at Maganda.
• Ex4_EN: Scientists have debunked the myth that lightning never strikes the same place twice.
• Ex4_PH: Binuwag ng mga siyentipiko ang mito na ang kidlat ay hindi kailanman tumatama sa parehong lugar nang dalawang beses.
• Ex5_EN: The myth of the unicorn has fascinated people for centuries.
• Ex5_PH: Ang alamat ng unicorn ay nakafascinate sa mga tao sa loob ng maraming siglo.