Also means
legend
Usage Note
Mito covers both a classical mythological story and, colloquially, a person or thing that has become legendary (sei un mito! = 'you're a legend!'). The adjective is mitico. Plural: i miti.
Examples
"Il mito di Ulisse è ancora affascinante."
Natural Translation
The myth of Ulysses is still fascinating.

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