Cool MateMeaning of Fame
In simple words: Being well-known or popular.
Fame in a sentence
- She achieved fame after her first book became a bestseller.
- The actor's fame spread quickly after starring in the popular movie.
- Despite his fame, he remained humble and approachable.
- The town gained fame for its beautiful ancient castle.
- Many people dream of gaining fame and fortune through their talents.
How to use Fame
Use 'fame' to describe people who are widely recognized, such as celebrities. It's not typically used in casual conversations; more common in discussions about public figures or achievements.
Grammar pattern
fame + object
Memory hint
Think of 'fame' like a 'flame' – it shines brightly but can be fleeting.
Related words
Collocations with Fame
Synonyms for Fame
- notoriety
- celebrity
- renown
- stardom
- recognition
Opposites of Fame
- obscurity
- inaction
- unknown
Common mistakes with Fame
- Confused with 'famed' which is an adjective.
- Used in the plural form 'fames' which is incorrect.
- Misunderstanding the value of fame as purely positive.
Fame appears in
Fame in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
شهرة
أن تكون معروفًا أو مشهورًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
খ্যাতি
খুব পরিচিত বা জনপ্রিয় হওয়া।
- GermanDeutsch
Ruhm
Bekannt oder beliebt sein.
- SpanishEspañol
Fama
Ser muy conocido o popular.
- Persianفارسی
شهرت
مشهور بودن یا محبوب بودن.
- FrenchFrançais
Célébrité, Gloire
Être bien connu ou populaire.
- Hindiहिन्दी
शोहरत
बहुत मशहूर या लोकप्रिय होना।
- ItalianItaliano
Fama
Essere famosi o popolari.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Fama
Ser muito conhecido ou popular.
- RussianРусский
Слава
Быть известным или популярным.
- Urduاردو
شہرت
مشہور ہونا یا مقبول ہونا۔
- Chinese中文
名声, 名气
出名或受欢迎。
More words like Fame
- CelebrityA2
a famous person
- Recognition
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Fame
What does Fame mean?
Being well-known or popular.
What is the definition of Fame?
the state of being known and talked about by many people
How do you use Fame in a sentence?
She achieved fame after her first book became a bestseller.
Can you give another example of Fame?
The actor's fame spread quickly after starring in the popular movie.
What are synonyms for Fame?
Common alternatives include notoriety, celebrity, renown, stardom, recognition.
What is the opposite of Fame?
Opposite meanings include obscurity, inaction, unknown.
What words go with Fame?
It commonly pairs with considerable, great, local, enjoy, achieve, come to, rest on something, come to somebody, grow, at the height of somebody/something’s fame, somebody/something’s biggest, chief, greatest, main, etc. claim to fame, fame and fortune.
What are common mistakes when using Fame?
Confused with 'famed' which is an adjective. Used in the plural form 'fames' which is incorrect. Misunderstanding the value of fame as purely positive.
How do you pronounce Fame?
US: /["/feɪm/"]/, UK: /["/feɪm/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Fame?
Use 'fame' to describe people who are widely recognized, such as celebrities. It's not typically used in casual conversations; more common in discussions about public figures or achievements.
What CEFR level is Fame?
"Fame" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.