English–German
“legend” in German
How to say “legend” in German
“Legend” in German is Sage.
A traditional narrative in which remembered history and imaginative wonders remain woven together.
Example sentences with Sage
Die Forscher betrachten die Sage oft als Spiegel der damaligen Gesellschaft.
Researchers often regard the legend as a mirror of the society of that time.
Tips for using Sage
- Sage fits folklore, literary, and museum language, while Geschichte is more neutral for a general story or account.
Other German words for “legend”
Früher erzählte man viele Legenden über das Königreich.
In the past, many legends were told about the kingdom.