👉 An account of an asserted fact or circumstance; a rumour; a report, especially an idle or malicious story; a piece of gossip or slander; a lie.
Alright class, settle down, let’s take a look!
Today we’re tackling the word “tale,” and it's a tricky one, you see. The dictionary gives us quite a list, a variety!
It means an
account
, something told with glee,
Of facts and happenings for all to agree.
But listen close, there’s more than just the true,
A “tale” can be a rumour, shimmering new.
Like whispers spreading, light as morning dew,
Or maybe just gossip, a mischievous view!
It could be a story, spun with careless grace,
A malicious rumour, leaving a bitter trace.
And sometimes, sadly, it's not quite the real,
A “tale” can be a lie, how does that make you feel?
So remember this: "Tale" has many sides, you see,
From honest reports to stories meant to deceive!
Now, let’s think about some examples... Can anyone give me a “tale,” maybe a small one, to show what we've learned today?