A traditional story or legend passed down; often about events or people whose truth may be uncertain.
この谷には竜にまつわる伝説があるという。
They say there is a legend about a dragon in this valley.
彼はその島の伝説について本を書いた。
He wrote a book about the legends of that island.
伝説の選手が引退したと聞いて驚いた。
I was surprised to hear that the legendary player retired.