레전드 (rejeondeu)
What 레전드 means
Legendary. Iconic.
When Koreans use it
Use it for a performance, moment, episode, or mistake that people will remember. Koreans also use it sarcastically.
A short conversation
Korean
A: 어제 결승전 봤어?
B: 응, 마지막 장면은 레전드였어.
English
A: Did you watch the final yesterday?
B: Yes. That last moment was iconic.
Use it with care
The English loanword has a broader Korean meaning. It can praise something or mock an epic failure.
From Korean Your Teacher Doesn’t Teach You by Injin Hwang. The meaning, usage, dialogue, and notes above follow the author’s book.
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