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著名

zhù míng

English translation of 著名

famous

The Chinese word '著名' is used to describe something or someone that is well known by many people. It is used similarly to the English word 'famous', often being attached to individuals such as celebrities or prominent figures, or even places, events, and works of art that are widely recognized.


Example sentences using: 著名

这是一个著名的中国电影。

zhè shì yīgè zhùmíng de zhōngguó diànyǐng.

English translation of 这是一个著名的中国电影。

This is a famous Chinese movie.

In this sentence, '著名' refers to being known widely and generally esteemed or respected.

著名的米其林餐厅在哪里?

zhùmíng de mǐqílín cāntīng zài nǎlǐ?

English translation of 著名的米其林餐厅在哪里?

Where is the famous Michelin restaurant?

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著名的科学家发表了一份报告。

zhùmíng de kēxuéjiā fābiǎo le yī fèn bàogào.

English translation of 著名的科学家发表了一份报告。

The famous scientist published a report.

The term '著名' here denotes an individual of significant fame in the field of science.

我阅读了一本著名的小说。

wǒ yuèdú le yī běn zhùmíng de xiǎoshuō.

English translation of 我阅读了一本著名的小说。

I read a famous novel.

In this context, '著名' is used to describe a novel that is well-known or widely acclaimed.

他在著名的音乐学院学习。

tā zài zhùmíng de yīnyuè xuéyuàn xuéxí.

English translation of 他在著名的音乐学院学习。

He is studying at a famous music academy.

'著名' used here identifies a musical institute that holds a high reputation or status.

他是著名的历史学家。

tā shì zhùmíng de lìshǐ xuéjiā.

English translation of 他是著名的历史学家。

He is a famous historian.

In this statement, '著名' is describing a person highly regarded in studying and writing about the past.

著名的艺术博物馆重新开放。

zhùmíng de yìshù bówùguǎn chóngxīn kāifàng.

English translation of 著名的艺术博物馆重新开放。

The famous art museum reopened.

This uses '著名' to highlight an art museum that is globally recognized or has a high standing.

著名的歌曲总是被大家记住。

zhùmíng de gēqǔ zǒng shì bèi dàjiā jì zhù.

English translation of 著名的歌曲总是被大家记住。

Famous songs are always remembered by everyone.

Here '著名' is used to denote songs universally known or popular among people.

他是著名的建筑师。

tā shì zhùmíng de jiànzhù shī.

English translation of 他是著名的建筑师。

He is a famous architect.

The term '著名' in this case, is being used to describe a highly respected or prestigious architect.

著名的导演刚刚赶到。

zhùmíng de dǎoyǎn gānggāng gǎndào.

English translation of 著名的导演刚刚赶到。

The famous director just arrived.

In this sentence, '著名' refers to a person who has gained distinction in the field of film directing.

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