nibelung

• Nome próprio da mitologia germânica que designa um membro da raça lendária de anões que possuíam um enorme tesouro, ou um seguidor do herói Siegfried.

A proper noun from Germanic mythology referring to a member of a legendary race of dwarfs who owned a vast treasure, or a companion of the hero Siegfried.

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1. Companion of SiegfriedC2formal

   In German mythology, a member of a group of followers or companions of the hero Siegfried.

   Companheiro de Siegfried

   • The Nibelungs were loyal to Siegfried in his quests.
   • Legends tell of the Nibelungs accompanying Siegfried on his adventures.
   • The epic poem describes the Nibelungs as brave warriors.

2. Dwarf race with a treasure hoardC2formal

   In German mythology, a race of dwarfs who owned a vast treasure that was later stolen by Siegfried.

   Nibelungo

   • The Nibelungs guarded their treasure deep within the mountains.
   • Siegfried took the Nibelung hoard after defeating the dwarfs.
   • The story of the Nibelung treasure is central to the Nibelungenlied.