Chinese

míngrén
Meaning: celebrity; famous person; notable
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

名
人

Example sentences

This restaurant is often visited by celebrities from all walks of life.
他多年來默默無聞,卻突然成了名人。
他多年来默默无闻,却突然成了名人。
He was unknown for many years, but suddenly became a celebrity.
我真是孤陋寡聞,竟然沒聽說過這位名人。
我真是孤陋寡闻,竟然没听说过这位名人。
I am so ignorant that I actually haven't heard of this famous person.

Usage Notes

A person who is widely known and recognized.

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