Meaning
美名 refers to a positive reputation or good name that someone or something has earned. It emphasizes the honor and respect associated with being well-regarded by others. The word combines 美 (beautiful/good) and 名 (name/reputation) to create this meaning of an admirable or prestigious standing.
Usage
This word is commonly used in formal or literary contexts when discussing someone's reputation or legacy. It often appears in phrases about protecting, earning, or losing one's good name. Native speakers tend to use it when the reputation in question is particularly honorable or when emphasizing the value of maintaining a positive public image.
Examples
- 01这家餐厅以优质服务赢得了美名。.This restaurant has earned a good reputation through excellent service.
- 02他的善举让他在社区享有美名。.His good deeds have earned him a fine reputation in the community.
Characters
Measure words
- 个一个美名
Common collocations
- 美名远扬one's good reputation spreads far and wide
- 赢得美名to win a good reputation
- 享有美名to enjoy a good reputation
- 美名其曰to give something a fine-sounding name (often ironic)
Antonyms
Origin
The compound combines 美 (beautiful/good) with 名 (name), creating a straightforward meaning of a beautiful or good name, which extends metaphorically to mean good reputation.