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VocabJLPT N1

fairy tale

Noun

Definitions

1. children's story
2. fairy tale
3. Fairy tale

A noun referring to a fairy tale or story written for children, often featuring fantastical elements, moral lessons, and imaginative characters. Classic examples include stories by Hans Christian Andersen or the Brothers Grimm.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

There's a children's story I wrote long ago sitting in my desk drawer.

Sentence 2

On sleepless nights, I find myself making up fairy tales in my head.

Sentence 3

Her voice is as soft as a fairy tale narrator's.

Sentence 4

Is it really that unusual to see adults reading children's books on the commute?

Sentence 5

"Is this children's story good for read-alouds?" the teacher asked.