lừng danh
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Famous, renowned, celebrated: Describes a person, place, or thing that is widely known and held in high esteem, often for exceptional achievements, quality, or reputation. It implies a high degree of fame and glory.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Ông ấy là một bác sĩ phẫu thuật lừng danh. (He is a renowned surgeon.)
- Đây là một thương hiệu lừng danh thế giới. (This is a world-famous brand.)
- Vị tướng đó lừng danh về lòng dũng cảm. (That general is celebrated for his bravery.)
Advanced Usage
- The word "lừng danh" often carries a more formal, literary, and weighty connotation than the more common "nổi tiếng" (famous). It is frequently used in written language, historical contexts, or to describe figures/things of legendary status.
Variants and Related Words
Nổi danh (adj): famous, well-known. A close synonym with a slightly less formal tone than "lừng danh."
- Anh ta nổi danh là người hào phóng. (He is famous for being generous.)
Lẫy lừng (adj): resounding, illustrious. Often used for victories or achievements that are spectacular and widely celebrated.
- Chiến thắng lẫy lừng. (A resounding victory.)
Synonyms
- Famous: known by many people.
- Renowned: known or talked about by many people; famous.
- Celebrated: greatly admired; renowned.
- Illustrious: well known, respected, and admired for past achievements.
Related Idioms
- Lừng danh thiên hạ: Famous throughout the world/land; known far and wide.
- Tài nấu ăn của bà ấy lừng danh thiên hạ. (Her cooking talent is known far and wide.)
- Win fame