知名

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Usage and Meaning

The adjective 知名 (zhīmíng) means "well-known" or "famous." It is commonly used to describe people, brands, places, or things that have a recognized reputation or public awareness. It carries a neutral to positive tone and is often used in formal or semi-formal contexts.

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Notes

  • 知名 is often paired with nouns representing entities that can have reputation.
  • It differs from simply "famous" in that it emphasizes recognition and reputation rather than just popularity.
  • Avoid confusing 知名 with 名字 (name) or 名声 (reputation); 知名 focuses on being known publicly.

Practical Tips

Use 知名 when you want to highlight that someone or something is recognized widely, especially in professional or cultural contexts. For example, when talking about a "well-known author" or a "famous brand," 知名 is appropriate and natural.

Example Sentences

This writer is very well-known in the literary world.

Well-known brands usually have guaranteed quality.

Because of his high fame, he often participates in various TV shows.