Definition

1. 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.)

1. Win fame