Definition
赫赫有名 is a four-character idiom (成语) meaning 'extremely famous' or 'illustrious'. The literal meaning is 'bright bright have name', but it's used to describe someone or something that is very well-known and has a great reputation. It carries a strong positive connotation and is often used in formal or literary contexts.
f.e.
illustriousfar-famedvery famous
Examples
- 赫赫有名。Zhè wèi kēxuéjiā zài shìjiè shàng hè hè yǒu.This scientist is world-famous.
- 赫赫有名。Nà suǒ dàxué yǐ tā de yīxuéyuàn hè hè yǒu.That university is famous for its medical school.
- 赫赫有名，。Tā shì yí wèi hè hè yǒu de zuòjiā, zuòpǐn bèi fānyì chéng duō zhǒng yǔyán.He is a renowned writer whose works have been translated into many languages.
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