著名(ちょめい)な

ちょめいな
na-adjective
well-known; famous; noted; prominent
formaldescriptive
1. well-known; famous; noted; prominent
Describes a person or thing that is widely recognized and respected, particularly for achievements or contributions in a specific field. More formal and dignified than casual words for 'famous.'
著名(ちょめい)な学者(がくしゃ)を招(まね)いた。
We invited a prominent scholar.
この地域(ちいき)は著名(ちょめい)なワインの産地(さんち)だ。
This area is a well-known wine-producing region.
世界的(せかいてき)に著名(ちょめい)な建築家(けんちくか)がこのビルを設計(せっけい)した。
A world-renowned architect designed this building.
彼女(かのじょ)は医学(いがく)の分野(ぶんや)で著名(ちょめい)な研究者(けんきゅうしゃ)だ。
She is a noted researcher in the field of medicine.

Formal word for famous, typically used for people or places recognized for positive accomplishments. Carries a sense of established reputation and prestige. Most often appears in written language, news, and academic contexts.

Common collocations

Similar words

  • 有名(ゆうめい)な: famous — the most common general word; neutral, used in everyday speech
  • 名高(なだか)い: renowned — literary, emphasizes widespread fame and admiration
  • 高名(こうめい)な: distinguished — very formal, slightly archaic nuance

Related Words

Compare: 有名(ゆうめい) (famous)
Compare: 名高(なだか)い (renowned)
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