* Tale, story: This is the most common meaning of "conte." It refers to a fictional narrative, especially one that is imaginative and perhaps a bit fantastical. It can be a fairy tale, a legend, or a short story.
* Short story: This meaning is very similar to the first, but it often implies a shorter narrative than a novel or other longer form of fiction.
* Count (noble title): This meaning is less common, but it can be used to refer to a person with the title "count" in French.
The most likely meaning of "conte" will be clear from the context in which it is used. For example:
* "Un conte de fées" (A fairy tale)
* "Le conte de la princesse et du dragon" (The story of the princess and the dragon)
* "Le comte de Monte-Cristo" (The Count of Monte Cristo)
If you're unsure about the meaning of "conte" in a specific context, you can always look it up in a dictionary or online translator.