1. a traditional story passed down orally through generations, typically featuring common people and conveying cultural values or lessons

Examples

• The grandmother told her grandchildren an old folktale about a clever rabbit.
• Many folktales teach important moral lessons through simple stories.
• Cinderella is a well-known folktale found in cultures around the world.
• The library has a collection of Native American folktales.
• Children love hearing folktales because they often feature talking animals.
• This folktale has been passed down in our family for generations.