Definition
著名 (zhùmíng) is a more formal, written word for 'famous, celebrated' — it's stronger than 有名 (yǒumíng), which is the everyday spoken word. 出名 (chūmíng) is also colloquial, while 知名 (zhīmíng) is neutral and often used for brands or fields. 著名 typically describes people, works, or places of lasting renown.
adjective
famouswell-knowncelebrated
Examples
- 著名。Zhè wèi zhù míng de zuòjiā xiě le yì běn shū.This famous writer wrote a book.
- 著名。Péngyou gěi wǒ tuījiàn le yí bù zhù míng de diànyǐng.My friend recommended a famous movie to me.
- 著名。Zhōngguó yǒu hěn duō zhù míng de kēxuéjiā.China has many famous scientists.
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