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

legendario

Etymology 2

From leer.

Noun

leyenda f (plural leyendas)

the act of reading

Related terms

leer
leyendo

Further reading

“leyenda” in Diccionario de la lengua española, Vigésima tercera edición, Real Academia Española, 2014.

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