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Chinese dictionary
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v.be famous; be renowned; be well-known
这个画家闻名世界。
This painter is famous all over the world.
这地方因出产手工艺品而闻名。
It is known for its handicraft products.
他的事迹闻名于世。
His deeds are famous all over the world.
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v.be familiar with somebody's name; know somebody by repute
闻名不如见一面。
It is better to see a person in person than to know him by repute.
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