legendär
legendary
So famous, extraordinary, or well known that stories are told about it; fabulous or mythical.
EXAMPLE
Die legendäre Rede von Martin Luther King hat die Welt verändert.
Martin Luther King's legendary speech changed the world.
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Meanings
legendär
legendary
Colloquial for great, fantastic, or unforgettable. It is often used to describe an especially successful event or experience.
EXAMPLE
Die Party gestern Abend war einfach nur legendär!
The party last night was simply legendary!
Usage tips
Word family
The adjective 'legendär' (legendary) is derived directly from the noun 'die Legende' (legend). Something that is legendary has the potential to become a legend or already is one.
EXAMPLE
Die Taten des Königs waren so beeindruckend, dass sie heute legendär sind.
The king's deeds were so impressive that they are legendary today.
Colloquial use
In colloquial language, 'legendär' (legendary) is often used as an intensified form of 'großartig' (great) or 'super' (awesome), especially for parties, concerts, or experiences. This use is very informal.
EXAMPLE
Das Konzert gestern war absolut legendär!
The concert yesterday was absolutely legendary!
Typical collocations
In its original meaning, 'legendär' (legendary) often describes people, places, or events of historical significance. Typical combinations are 'eine legendäre Figur' (a legendary figure), 'ein legendärer Ort' (a legendary place), or 'ein legendärer Sieg' (a legendary victory).
EXAMPLE
Robin Hood ist eine legendäre Figur aus dem Mittelalter.
Robin Hood is a legendary figure from the Middle Ages.
Compare with
legendär vs berühmt
famous
Berühmt and legendär both describe a very well-known person, achievement, or event. Berühmt mainly emphasizes that many people know about it, while legendär also expresses an extraordinary, almost legendary reputation. Use berühmt for general fame and legendär for exceptional renown.
legendär
Der Sänger ist legendär, weil seine außergewöhnlichen Auftritte noch heute erzählt werden.
The singer is legendary because people still talk about his extraordinary performances today.
berühmt
Der Sänger ist berühmt, weil viele Menschen seine Lieder kennen.
The singer is famous because many people know his songs.
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