C1 Expression Formal

यह एक मिथक है

yeh ek mithak hai

This is a myth

Meaning

A widely held but false belief or idea, often traditional.

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Cultural Background

In India, many health beliefs are passed down as 'dadi-nani ke nuskhe' (grandma's remedies). Using 'यह एक मिथक है' can be sensitive.

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Be Polite

Always follow up with the correct fact to avoid sounding rude.

Meaning

A widely held but false belief or idea, often traditional.

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Be Polite

Always follow up with the correct fact to avoid sounding rude.

Test Yourself

Which phrase is better for a professional setting?

Someone says 'Coffee is bad for you'. You reply:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: यह एक मिथक है

It is the most professional way to challenge a claim.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which phrase is better for a professional setting? Choose B1

Someone says 'Coffee is bad for you'. You reply:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: यह एक मिथक है

It is the most professional way to challenge a claim.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, but it might sound a bit formal. Use 'ये तो मिथक है' for a more casual tone.

Related Phrases

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गलत धारणा

synonym

False belief

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