"As the story goes" is a commonly used phrase that indicates the telling of a tale or anecdote. The IPA phonetic transcription spells this phrase as /æz ði ˈstɔː.rɪ ɡoʊz/. The first word, "as," is pronounced with the short 'a' sound (/æ/). The second word, "the," is pronounced with the soft 'th' (/ð/) sound. The third word, "story," is pronounced with a long 'o' sound (/ˈstɔː.rɪ/). Finally, "goes" is pronounced with the long 'o' sound and a soft 's' sound (/ɡoʊz/).
"As the story goes" is a colloquial phrase that is frequently used to preface or introduce a narrative, anecdote, or account, typically based on hearsay or common knowledge. It is a way to acknowledge that the information being presented may not be authoritative or verified but is commonly accepted or circulated within a particular community or context.
The expression implies that what follows is a widely known or popular version of events, often passed down through generations or commonly shared in a particular culture or group. It suggests that the details and facts of the story may vary or be subject to interpretation, but it is recognized as a standard or commonly accepted version within a given community.
The phrase is often employed when recounting historical episodes, legends, folktales, or even personal anecdotes, allowing the speaker to distance themselves from the story's accuracy while still recounting it for entertainment, educational, or illustrative purposes. It is a way for the speaker to contextualize the narrative, indicating that what is about to be shared is a commonly recognized part of the collective experiences or knowledge in a particular culture or community.