leyenda
Spanish
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /leˈɟ͡ʝenda/, [leˈʝẽn̪d̪a]
Etymology 1
From Latin legenda, gerundive plural of legere (“to read”).
Noun
leyenda f (plural leyendas)
- legend, saga, traditional story
- life of a saint
- legend, idol (famous and admired person)
- legend, inscription (on a coin or medal)
- caption, footer (on a photo or illustration)
Derived terms
- leyenda negra
- leyenda rosa
Related terms
Etymology 2
From leer.
Noun
leyenda f (plural leyendas)
- the act of reading
Related terms
Further reading
- “leyenda” in Diccionario de la lengua española, Vigésima tercera edición, Real Academia Española, 2014.
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