anecdote
Translation
anecdote, story, tale
Examples
He told a funny anecdote about his childhood.
He told a funny anecdote about his childhood.
The book is full of amusing anecdotes.
The book is full of amusing anecdotes.
Grammar Patterns
((an anecdote about sth./sb.)) a short, amusing story about a real incident or person. He told a funny anecdote about his childhood.
Similar Words
Synonyms: story, tale, yarn
Etymology
From Greek 'anekdota' meaning 'things unpublished', from 'an-' (not) + 'ekdotos' (published).
Memory Tips
Think of it as a short, personal story you'd tell to make a point or be amusing. 'A-nec-dote' sounds a bit like 'a neck note' - a small note to remember a story.