warning tale

language: de

definitions

  1. A story, often fictional or anecdotal, intended to caution or alert people about potential dangers, mistakes, or the negative consequences of certain behaviors.
    de: Warnende Geschichte

examples

  1. The legend of Icarus serves as a warning tale about the dangers of excessive pride.

    Die Legende von Ikarus dient als Warnung vor den Gefahren von übermäßigem Stolz.