Grammar fix
a lasting legacy
enduring impact or influence
a positive or significant effect, achievement, or memory that continues to influence people or situations long after the original person, event, or action is gone.
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
Her dedication to education has left a lasting legacy in the community.
If I could choose one thing to be remembered for, I’d hope to leave a lasting legacy of kindness and support for others.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: He left a lasting legacy for the future generations.
Say: He left a lasting legacy for future generations.
Usually 'for future generations' — no 'the'.
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'Bequeathed an enduring legacy' doubles the idea; 'left a lasting legacy' is the natural pairing.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
leave a lasting legacy
- leave
- behind
- of
- create