No. 1,890 in Spanish
leyenda
"Legend" – a traditional story or myth, often rooted in folklore.
In a sentence
La leyenda del Cid Campeador es fascinante.
The legend of El Cid Campeador is fascinating.
In this sentence, 'leyenda' refers to a story or narrative about a historical or mythical figure, emphasizing its use as a noun to signify a legend or tale.
Este mapa tiene una leyenda colorida para identificar las áreas.
This map has a colorful legend to identify the areas.
Here, 'leyenda' means the explanatory component of a map or chart, showcasing its application in technical contexts.
Él es una leyenda por su contribución al arte moderno.
He is a legend for his contribution to modern art.
In this case, 'leyenda' denotes a person who is celebrated and renowned, using the word metaphorically to describe someone of iconic status.
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