Folk stories are tales that have been passed down through generations, often through oral tradition. They are stories that are sometimes based on real events or people, but have been embellished over time. There are a variety of synonyms for folk stories, including legends, myths, fables, fairy tales, and tall tales. Legends are stories that are widely believed to be true, often concerning a heroic figure or event. Myths are stories that explain the creation of the world or natural phenomena. Fables are moral stories featuring animals or inanimate objects, often with a lesson at the end. Fairy tales are fictional stories featuring magical elements, while tall tales are exaggerated stories of larger-than-life characters and events.