Meaning & Definition of word "Saga"

Saga

/ˈsɑːɡə/

1. A long story of heroic achievement, especially a medieval prose narrative in Old Norse or Old Icelandic.
- Example: The Icelandic sagas offer a glimpse into the lives of the Norse heroes and their epic adventures.
2. A narrative or legend, often involving a number of events or characters, typically representing a significant or sweeping story.
- Example: Her family's saga includes tales of migration, adventure, and survival through generations.
3. A prolonged or complicated series of events.
- Example: The saga of the company's rise from bankruptcy to a thriving enterprise is truly inspiring.

●From Old Norse 'saga', meaning 'a saying' or 'narrative'.

saga continues:

A phrase indicating that a situation is ongoing or unresolved.

saga unfolds:

Used to describe when events of a story develop or become clear over time.

epic:

A long poem narrating the deeds of heroic figures.

chronicle:

A factual written account of important or historical events in the order of their occurrence.

narrative:

A spoken or written account of connected events; a story.

Meaning: A long and drawn-out story or situation, often considered tedious.

● Example Sentence: This meeting is turning into a real saga.

Meaning: A dramatic and elaborate tale involving many ups and downs.

● Example Sentence: Her relationship has become a saga with all its highs and lows.