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著称
zhùchēng
Description
如果一个地方或者一个人以某样东西著称，就是说大家都因为这个而知道它。
If a place or person is 著称 for something, it means everyone knows them because of it.
这个词常常用在书面语里，比如介绍城市、公司或者名人的时候。
This word is often used in written language, for example when introducing cities, companies, or celebrities.
Meanings
著称zhùchēng
to be famous or renowned for something
这座城市以美食著称。
This city is famous for its cuisine.
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Notes
- Nuance
usually follows 以…著称 pattern, meaning 'renowned for'; more formal than 有名.
- Etymology
著 (notable) + 称 (be called/named), literally 'notably called'.
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