Japanese word

名高い

Pronunciation

Romajinadakai

Meaning

  • i-adjectivefamous

Example

彼は名高い作家です。kare wa na daka i sak ka de su

He is a famous writer.

Illustration for 名高い (famous)

More examples

この地方には、名高い温泉がいくつもあります。ko no chi hō ni wa na daka i on sen ga i ku tsu mo a ri ma su

This region has several famous hot springs.

Core concept

Expresses that someone or something has gained broad recognition and a strong reputation.

Common phrases

  • 名高い作家na daka i sak ka

    famous writer

  • 名高い寺na daka i tera

    famous temple

Similar words

有名yūmei: Describes someone or something familiar to many people because of its reputation.
誉れ高いhomaretakai: Describes someone or something held in high honor for its remarkable qualities.

Definition in Japanese

多くの人に知られ、よい評判を得ている。ō ku no hito ni shi ra re yo i hyō ban o e te i ru

Word origin

The Japanese compound 名高い (nadakai) joins 名 (na, "name") and 高い (takai, "high"), with the compound meaning that one's name is held in high regard.

Usage tips

  • 名高い (nadakai) can describe not only a person but also a place, work, or product with an established reputation, making it broader than a label for a well-known individual.

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