nounpl: Stories (already plural; singular: Story)
Histórias
1. Narratives or accounts of events, real or imagined
She told amazing stories about her travels around the world.
Ela contou histórias incríveis sobre suas viagens pelo mundo.
2. Works of fiction; short stories or novels
The book contains five short stories by famous authors.
O livro contém cinco histórias curtas de autores famosos.
3. Accounts or reports, especially those that may be exaggerated or false
Don't believe all the stories you hear at the office.
Não acredite em todas as histórias que você ouve no escritório.
4. Levels or floors of a building
The building has ten stories and a rooftop garden.
O edifício tem dez andares e um jardim na cobertura.
In Brazilian culture, storytelling ('contar histórias') is an important social tradition, often used in family gatherings and education. In the USA, 'stories' can also refer to Instagram Stories or social media content, a modern usage becoming increasingly common globally.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to tell stories - contar histórias (to recount events)
old story - história antiga (something that has happened before)
to make a long story short - para abreviar a história
fairy stories - histórias de fadas
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