noun
oral literature; folk literature
Academic term for literature transmitted orally, such as myths, legends, and folk tales, before being written down. Often contrasted with 口承文芸 (oral arts).
See also: 口承文芸
口承文学の研究は、民俗学と深く関わっている。
The study of oral literature is deeply connected to folklore studies.
In this region, many pieces of oral literature passed down since ancient times remain.