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legends

[/ˈlɛdʒəndz/]
nounpl: legends
lendas
1. Traditional stories or narratives of unknown authorship, often featuring mythical or exaggerated accounts of past events or people
The legends of King Arthur have captivated audiences for centuries.
As lendas do Rei Arthur cativam audiências há séculos.
2. Famous or celebrated people, especially those known for exceptional achievements
The Beatles are considered legends in music history.
Os Beatles são considerados lendas na história da música.
3. Captions or explanatory notes, particularly on maps, charts, or diagrams
The legends on the map explain the different symbols used.
As legendas no mapa explicam os diferentes símbolos utilizados.
NYC Slang
GOAT (Greatest of All Time) - when referring to legendary people
Synonyms
mythstalessagasiconsheroescaptions
Antonyms
factsrealitiestruths

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
lendas
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
lendas
Same as general Brazilian usage
São Paulo
lendas
Same as general Brazilian usage
Portugal
lendas
Standard European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

the stuff of legends - algo que se torna lendário
living legend - uma lenda viva
legendary status - status de lenda
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