Definition
闻名遐迩 is a four-character idiom (成语) that literally means 'one's name is heard far and near' — 遐 means 'far', 迩 means 'near'. It describes someone or something that is widely known across a large area, often used in formal or literary contexts to emphasize broad recognition. You can use it as a predicate or attribute, e.g. 闻名遐迩的景点 ('a world-famous scenic spot').
f.e.
to be known far and wideto enjoy widespread renown
Examples
- 闻名遐迩，。Zhè wèi kēxuéjiā wén míng xiá ěr, tā de yánjiū chéngguǒ yǐngxiǎng shēnyuǎn.This scientist is known far and wide, and his research results have a profound impact.
- 闻名遐迩，。Xīhú shì wén míng xiá ěr de lǚyóu shèngdì, měinián xīyǐn wúshù yóukè.West Lake is a world-famous tourist destination, attracting countless visitors every year.
- 闻名遐迩，。Zhè jiā lǎozìhào cānguǎn wén míng xiá ěr, hěnduō rén zhuānchéng lái pǐncháng.This time-honored restaurant enjoys widespread renown, and many people come specially to taste its food.
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