Japanese

ほまれたかい
Meaning: renowned; famous; glorious
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Handwriting

誉
れ
高
い

Example sentences

He is a world-renowned scientist.
優れた医術で多くの人を救った彼は、杏林の誉れ高い名医として知られている。
He, who saved many people with his excellent medical skills, is known as a doctor with the high honor of 'Kyourin'.
その若い王は、允文允武の誉れ高い名君であった。
The young king was a wise ruler highly praised for being excellent in both literary and military arts.

Usage Notes

Used to describe someone or something with a very high reputation.

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