Italian Word of the Day: Leggenda
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Leggenda
Meaning: Legend
Part of Speech: noun
Translation: The legend of St. George defeating the dragon is celebrated on April 23.
Context: La leggenda di San Giorgio che sconfigge il drago si celebra il 23 aprile.
Cultural nugget: April 23rd is the feast day of San Giorgio (St. George), patron saint of several Italian towns. In places like Ragusa in Sicily, elaborate celebrations commemorate his legendary dragon-slaying, blending religious devotion with folklore that dates back to medieval times.
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