No. 6,490 in Arabic
الأسطورة
"The Legend" or "The Myth."
In a sentence
تُعدُّ الأهرامات في مصر من أعظم الأساطير التاريخية.
The pyramids in Egypt are considered one of the greatest historical legends.
In this sentence, "الأسطورة" (legend) is used to describe a story or phenomenon surrounded by cultural or historical significance.
كان الأسطورة محمود درويش شاعراً أثر في الأدب العربي.
The legend Mahmoud Darwish was a poet who influenced Arabic literature.
Here, "الأسطورة" is used metaphorically to refer to a person who is highly celebrated and influential in their field.
هناك الأسطورة التي تتحدث عن كنز مخفي في الجزيرة.
There is a legend that speaks of a hidden treasure on the island.
In this example, "الأسطورة" refers to a fictional tale or myth told from one generation to another.
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