Japanese

ゆうめい
Meaning: famous; well-known
Part of Speech: Adjectival noun

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Handwriting

有
名

Example sentences

Mt. Fuji is the most famous mountain in Japan.
彼は有名な作家となった
He became a famous writer.
このホテルは豪華な内装で有名です。
This hotel is famous for its luxurious interior.
彼は有名なミステリー作家です。
He is a famous mystery writer.
中島らもは日本の有名な小説家だ。
Nakajima Ramo is a famous Japanese novelist.
彼は有名な役者だ。
He is a famous actor.
北海道は広大な自然と美味しい海鮮で有名です。
Hokkaido is famous for its vast nature and delicious seafood.
この町は伝統工芸が盛んなことで有名だ。
This town is famous for its flourishing traditional crafts.
有名な作家にインタビューをした。
I interviewed a famous author.
彼は多くの映画で悪役を演じていることで有名だ。
He is famous for playing villains in many movies.

Usage Notes

Used for people, places, or things widely known by the public. Can be used for both positive and negative fame.

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