die Mär, -en
tale · rumor
Eine kurze, erfundene Erzählung, die meistens von Wundern oder Zauberei handelt und oft eine alte Weisheit oder Lehre enthält.
The German word "Mär" is a noun that typically means "tale" or "fable". It refers to stories that often involve folklore, legends, or fanciful narratives—a type of fairy tale. In a different context, "Mär" can also imply a false story or rumor, akin to the expression "old wives' tale".
It's worth noting that "Mär" is different from "März", which is the German word for the month of March.
Words with similar meanings in German might include "Legende" (legend), "Fabel" (fable), "Sage" (myth), or "Geschichte" (story, history).
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Examples
Manche Leute glauben an die Mär von einem Schatz im Wald.noun
Some people believe in the tale of a treasure in the forest.
Manche glauben an eine Mär, obwohl sie nicht wahr ist.noun
Some people believe in a tale, even though it is not true.
Die Mär verbreitete sich schnell im Dorf.noun
The rumor spread quickly through the village.
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