die Legende
Translation
legend, myth, key (on a map)
Examples
Die Legende von Robin Hood ist sehr bekannt.
The legend of Robin Hood is very well-known.
Er ist eine lebende Legende des Fußballs.
He is a living legend in football.
Die Legende der Karte erklärt die Symbole.
The map's key explains the symbols.
Grammar Patterns
the legend of sth. the legend of sth. The legend of Troy is world-famous.
to be a legend to be a legend Pelé is a football legend.
Similar Words
Sage (saga), Mythos (myth)
Etymology
From Latin 'legenda' meaning 'things to be read'.
Memory Tips
It's a cognate of the English 'legend'. Remember it can also mean the 'legend' or key on a map, which tells you how to 'read' the map.