misconception

an idea or belief that is not true and often based on a misunderstanding

error, malentendido, concepto erróneo

• a misconception about something

Collocations common misconception · popular misconception

• There is a common misconception that all snakes are dangerous.

  Hay un error común sobre la idea de que todas las serpientes son peligrosas.

a mistaken belief or opinion that is widely held but not true

mito, creencia falsa

• misconception about something

Collocations widespread misconception · popular misconception

• There is a widespread misconception that all sharks are dangerous.

  Hay un mito generalizado sobre la idea de que todos los tiburones son peligrosos.