legend

• Substantiv, das eine traditionelle Erzählung oder einen Mythos bezeichnet, oft über heroische Personen oder Ereignisse, oder eine Person, die für außergewöhnliche Leistungen berühmt und verehrt wird.

A noun referring to a traditional story or myth, often about heroic figures or events, or a person who is famous and admired for their exceptional achievements.

1. A2formal

   A traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but not authenticated.

   Legende

   • The legend of King Arthur is famous worldwide.
   • She told us a legend about a magical lake.
   • Many legends have been passed down through generations.

   Synonymefablefolk talemythnarrativesagastorytale

   Antonymeactualityfacthistoryrealitytruth

2. Famous personA2informal

   A person who is very famous and admired for their skill, achievements, or qualities.

   Legende

   • Michael Jordan is a basketball legend.
   • She became a legend in the music industry.
   • He is a living legend in the world of science.

   Synonymecelebritygreaticonluminaryphenomenonstarsuperstar

3. Key or explanationB1formal

   An explanation of symbols or markings on a map, chart, or diagram.

   Legende

   • The map's legend shows the symbols for roads and rivers.
   • Refer to the legend to understand the chart's colors.
   • The diagram includes a legend for each component.

   Synonymecaptionexplanationglossaryguidekey