Chinese
gōngrèn
Meaning: to be generally recognized; to be widely accepted
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

他是大家公認的好學生。
他是大家公认的好学生。
He is a good student recognized by everyone.
他是這個領域公認的權威。
He is a recognized authority in this field.
這部小說被公認為是世界文學的經典。
This novel is recognized as a classic of world literature.
她是公認的絕世美女。
She is a recognized world-class beauty.
她精通琴棋書畫,是大家公認的才女。
She is proficient in the four arts and is recognized by everyone as a talented woman.

Usage Notes

Used when a fact or status is accepted by the general public or a large group.

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