lenda
1. A traditional story or myth, often of unknown authorship, passed down through generations
The legend of King Arthur has captivated audiences for centuries.
A lenda do Rei Arthur tem cativado o público por séculos.
2. A person who is famous or very well-known, especially for extraordinary achievements
Michael Jordan is a basketball legend.
Michael Jordan é uma lenda do basquete.
3. An explanatory list or table of symbols used in a map, chart, or diagram
Refer to the legend at the bottom of the map to understand the symbols.
Consulte a legenda na parte inferior do mapa para entender os símbolos.
4. An inscription on a coin, medal, or similar object
The legend on the old coin was barely readable.
A inscrição na moeda antiga era mal legível.
In Brazilian culture, 'lenda' is deeply rooted in indigenous folklore and regional myths (like Iara and Curupira). In American culture, 'legend' often refers to sports heroes and entertainment icons. The term 'legenda' in Portuguese is also commonly used in digital media for subtitles and captions.
NYC Slang
GOAT (Greatest Of All Time) - modern equivalent when referring to legendary figures
Related Idioms & Phrases
make a legend of oneself - tornar-se uma lenda
legendary status - status de lenda
urban legend - lenda urbana
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