This is the 11310th most frequent Portuguese word.
mito
"Myth" or "legend."
Here, 'mito' refers to a traditional story explaining a phenomenon; it's used in the context of mythology.
O mito de Atlas segurando o mundo é fascinante.
The myth of Atlas holding the world is fascinating.
In this usage, 'mito' means someone who is highly admired and considered legendary for their achievements.
Ele é um mito no futebol por suas habilidades extraordinárias.
He is a legend in soccer because of his extraordinary skills.
Here, 'mito' signifies something that is generally not true or an exaggerated belief.