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March 24, 2026
著名zhùmíng(zhu4ming2)
著名 (zhùmíng) means famous or well-known, often referring to people, places, or works that are recognized for their significance or excellence. It is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts to describe individuals or entities that have achieved a level of fame due to their contributions or characteristics.
Frequency#1578DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being 著名 often implies not just fame, but also respect and admiration, as seen with figures like Confucius or contemporary celebrities who represent societal values.
Memory Tip
Think of 著 (zhù) as a big, bold 'A' for 'A-list' celebrities, and 名 (míng) as 'name'. Together, they represent a 'name that is bold and stands out', symbolizing someone who is famous and has a notable reputation.
Meanings of 著名
zhùmíng(zhu4ming2)
1famous
2noted
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著名Simplified
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#1578Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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Quick Contrast
著名 (famous) vs 知名 (well-known) — use 著名 for entities recognized for excellence, while 知名 is broader and can refer to general recognition without implying excellence.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 著 (zhù) as a big, bold 'A' for 'A-list' celebrities, and 名 (míng) as 'name'. Together, they represent a 'name that is bold and stands out', symbolizing someone who is famous and has a notable reputation.
Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 著名 with similar terms like 有名 (yǒumíng), which also means famous but is often used in less formal contexts. 著名 is more suitable for formal writing or discussions, especially in academic or professional settings.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 著名 connects with other words describing qualities and states, enhancing vocabulary for discussing people and things. Focus on using it in sentences that describe well-known figures or places to reinforce its meaning.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being 著名 often implies not just fame, but also respect and admiration, as seen with figures like Confucius or contemporary celebrities who represent societal values.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 著名 with 有名 (yǒumíng), thinking they are interchangeable. For instance, saying '他有名' instead of '他著名' can sound too informal or vague in a professional context.
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Grammar Patterns of 著名
著名 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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索米尔周围的白垩质土壤出产____的安茹葡萄酒。
The chalky soil around Saumur produces the famous Anjou wines.
Example Sentences for 著名 (10)
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索米尔周围的白垩质土壤出产著名的安茹葡萄酒。
suǒ mǐ ěr zhōu wéi de bái è zhì tǔ rǎng chū chǎn zhù míng de ān rú pú táo jiǔ。
The chalky soil around Saumur produces the famous Anjou wines.
2
惠特比镇因为布拉姆·斯托克著名的吸血鬼故事而名传后世。
huì tè bǐ zhèn yīn wéi bù lā mǔ· · sī tuō kè zhù míng de xī xiě guǐ gù shì ér míng chuán hòu。
The town of whitby was immortalised in Bram Stoker's famous Dracula story.
3
她是伦敦著名的“薄荷犀牛”夜总会的钢管舞舞者。
tā shì lún dūn zhù míng de“ “ báo hé xī” niú ” yè zǒng huì de gāng guǎn wǔ。
She is a pole dancer at London's famous Spearmint Rhino club.
4
他成了他那个时期最著名的演员之一。
tā chéng le tā nà gè shí qī zuì zhù míng de yǎn yuán zhī yī。
He became one of the best known actors of his day.
This famous author has produced little in the last few years.
10
数百名的崇拜者包围了这位著名作家.
shù bǎi míng de chóng bài zhě bāo wéi le zhè wèi zhù míng zuò jiā.
Hundreds of admirers besieged the famous writer.
Cultural Notes for 著名
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, being 著名 often implies not just fame, but also respect and admiration, as seen with figures like Confucius or contemporary celebrities who represent societal values.
Frequently Asked Questions about 著名
Yes, but it is more commonly used for public figures or widely recognized individuals.
Not always; 著名 is more formal and should be used in contexts where respect is implied.
You could say '他是一位著名的作家' (He is a famous writer).
