legend in Japanese
legend in Japanese is 伝説, 神話, 凡例 — legend means a traditional story from the past, often only partly true.
legend in Japanese
伝説
Pronounced: densetsu
神話
Pronounced: shinwa
凡例
Pronounced: hanrei
(cartography) A key to the symbols and color codes on a map, chart, etc.
伝説
Pronounced: densetsu
(cartography) A key to the symbols and color codes on a map, chart, etc.
What does "legend" mean?
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noun A traditional story from the past, often only partly true.
"According to legend, the town was founded by a lost sailor."
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noun A person famous for extraordinary achievements.
"The retired footballer is regarded as a legend of the sport."
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noun A key explaining the symbols used on a map or chart.
"Check the legend to see what each colour on the map represents."
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legend in a sentence
- According to legend, the town was founded by a lost sailor.
- Local legend says the lake is haunted by a drowned bride.
- The retired footballer is regarded as a legend of the sport.
- My grandmother says that singer is a living legend in her village.
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What is "legend" in Japanese?
"legend" in Japanese is 伝説, 神話, 凡例. legend means: A traditional story from the past, often only partly true.
How do you pronounce 伝説?
"legend" in Japanese is 伝説, pronounced "densetsu".
How do you use "legend" in a sentence?
Example: "According to legend, the town was founded by a lost sailor." In Japanese, "legend" is 伝説, 神話, 凡例.
Are there other ways to say "legend" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 3 translations listed for "legend": 伝説, 神話, 凡例.
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