English–Japanese
“legend” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajidensetsu
Example
昔の伝説を祖父から聞きました。mukashi no den setsu o so fu ka ra ki ki ma shi ta
I heard an old legend from my grandfather.
How to say “legend” in Japanese
“Legend” in Japanese is 伝説 (densetsu).
A legend is a story handed down over time that connects a community with a memorable past.
Example sentences with 伝説
この伝説には不思議な力を持つ鳥が登場します。ko no den setsu ni wa fu shi gi na chikara o mo tsu tori ga tō jō shi ma su
A bird with mysterious powers appears in this legend.
Tips for using 伝説
- In English, legend can mean either a traditional story or a person famous for exceptional achievements, so context determines the intended sense.