English–Korean
“legend” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationcheonseol
Example
그 섬에는 전설이 있다.keu seo me neun cheon seo ri it tta
That island has a legend.
How to say “legend” in Korean
“Legend” in Korean is 전설 (cheonseol).
A story or belief carried through generations, often surrounded by wonder or uncertainty.
Example sentences with 전설
전설 속 이야기는 세대를 거쳐 전해진다.cheon seol sok i ya gi neun se dae reul keo cheo cheon hae jin da
The story that forms part of the legend is passed down through generations.
Tips for using 전설
- Stories about a landmark, hero, or local event can fit this word even when they are not religious, so English speakers should not limit it to stories about gods.