Chinese
gūmíngdiàoyù
Meaning: to fish for fame and compliments; to seek reputation by false pretenses
Part of Speech: Noun, Four-character idiom

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Example

他雖然捐了不少錢,但明眼人一看就知道,他只是在沽名釣譽。
他虽然捐了不少钱,但明眼人一看就知道,他只是在沽名钓誉。
Although he donated a lot of money, anyone with a discerning eye can see that he is merely fishing for fame.

Usage Notes

A derogatory idiom used to criticize someone who does things only to gain a good reputation rather than out of genuine intent.

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