Cool MateMeaning of Reputation
In simple words: What people think about someone or something based on past actions.
Reputation in a sentence
- Her reputation as a scientist is well deserved.
- He was concerned about the negative reputation that could affect his business.
- The company's reputation for quality products has attracted many loyal customers.
- Despite his kind actions, his reputation was tarnished by false rumors.
- It's important to maintain a good reputation in the community.
How to use Reputation
Used in both formal and informal contexts to discuss how someone is viewed by others. Avoid using in casual conversations unless discussing someone's character or public image.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'reput' like a 're-put' of good or bad things others say.
Related words
Collocations with Reputation
Opposites of Reputation
- disrepute
- dishonor
- stigma
Common mistakes with Reputation
- Confused with 'character' — reputation is about how others see you, not just who you are.
- Used incorrectly as a verb — reputation is a noun.
- Mixing up 'reputation' with 'fame' — fame often refers to being well known, while reputation relates to the perception of quality.
Reputation appears in
Reputation in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
سمعة
ما يعتقده الناس عن شخص أو شيء بناءً على الأفعال السابقة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
খ্যাতি
অতীতের কাজের উপর ভিত্তি করে লোকে কোনো ব্যক্তি বা বস্তু সম্পর্কে কী ভাবে।
- GermanDeutsch
Ruf
Was Leute über jemanden oder etwas denken, basierend auf vergangenen Taten.
- SpanishEspañol
Reputación
Lo que la gente piensa sobre alguien o algo basado en acciones pasadas.
- Persianفارسی
اعتبار، شهرت
چیزی که مردم دربارهی کسی یا چیزی فکر میکنند، بر اساس کارهای قبلیش.
- FrenchFrançais
Réputation
Ce que les gens pensent de quelqu'un ou de quelque chose en fonction de ses actions passées.
- Hindiहिन्दी
Reputation
लोग किसी व्यक्ति या चीज़ के बारे में क्या सोचते हैं, जो उनके पिछले कामों पर आधारित हो।
- ItalianItaliano
Reputazione
Quello che la gente pensa di qualcuno o qualcosa in base alle azioni passate.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Reputação
O que as pessoas pensam sobre alguém ou algo com base em ações passadas.
- RussianРусский
Репутация
То, что люди думают о ком-то или чем-то, исходя из прошлых поступков.
- Urduاردو
شہرت، ساکھ
لوگ کسی شخص یا چیز کے بارے میں ان کے ماضی کے اعمال کی بنیاد پر کیا سوچتے ہیں۔
- Chinese中文
声誉
人们根据过去的行为对某人或某事的看法。
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Frequently asked questions about Reputation
What does Reputation mean?
What people think about someone or something based on past actions.
What is the definition of Reputation?
the opinion that people have about what somebody/something is like, based on what has happened in the past
How do you use Reputation in a sentence?
Her reputation as a scientist is well deserved.
Can you give another example of Reputation?
He was concerned about the negative reputation that could affect his business.
What are synonyms for Reputation?
Common alternatives include renown, status, standing, image, name.
What is the opposite of Reputation?
Opposite meanings include disrepute, dishonor, stigma.
What words go with Reputation?
It commonly pairs with considerable, enviable, excellent, enjoy, have, acquire, grow, suffer, depend on something, by reputation, reputation among, reputation with, a loss of reputation, somebody’s reputation precedes them.
What are common mistakes when using Reputation?
Confused with 'character' — reputation is about how others see you, not just who you are. Used incorrectly as a verb — reputation is a noun. Mixing up 'reputation' with 'fame' — fame often refers to being well known, while reputation relates to the perception of quality.
How do you pronounce Reputation?
US: /["/ˌrepjuˈteɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌrepjuˈteɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Reputation?
Used in both formal and informal contexts to discuss how someone is viewed by others. Avoid using in casual conversations unless discussing someone's character or public image.
What CEFR level is Reputation?
"Reputation" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.