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    Referring to great fame with 盛名 (shèngmíng)

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    Explanation

    The noun 盛名 (shèngmíng) means "great fame" or "high reputation" and is used to describe someone or something widely known and highly regarded. It is a literary and formal expression often found in written Chinese and cultural discussions.

    Examples

    • 这所大学享有盛名，吸引了世界各地的学生。

      zhè suǒ dàxué xiǎngyǒu shèngmíng, xīyǐn le shìjiè gèdì de xuéshēng.

      This university enjoys great fame and attracts students from all over the world.

    • 他在国际音乐界久负盛名。

      tā zài guójì yīnyuè jiè jiǔ fù shèngmíng.

      He has long been renowned in the international music world.

    • 这家餐厅盛名在外，每天都要排队。

      zhè jiā cāntīng shèngmíng zài wài, měi tiān dōu yào páiduì.

      This restaurant is famous far and wide, and there's a line every day.

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