tale

noun B2 Neutral

Daily Life

Meaning

A tale is a narrative or story, often involving imaginative elements, that conveys a moral or lesson.

💡 A common mistake is to confuse "tale" with "tail," which refers to the back part of an animal.

Example Sentences

Can you tell me a tale from your childhood ?

She told a funny tale about her trip to Italy .

The novel presents a compelling tale of courage and resilience .

The old man told a fascinating tale about his childhood .

Word in Context

Every evening , Anna sits by the window and reads a short tale from an old book . The tale often describes small towns where the weather changes quickly and people know each other . After reading , she closes the book and thinks about how the characters solved their problems , which helps her feel calmer before sleep . If she had more free time , she would write her own story inspired by those quiet scenes .

Common Phrases

fairy tale cautionary tale tall tale

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