名
誉

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The word "名誉" is formed by combining the character "名", which means name or reputation, with the character "誉", which means praise or honor; together they constitute a compound word where both semantic elements contribute to the overall meaning of reputation or fame, specifically denoting a respected standing based on esteem and recognition.

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他很看重自己的名誉。

Tā hěn kàn zhòng zìjǐ de míngyù.

He values his own reputation very much.

这家公司有着良好的名誉。

Zhè jiā gōngsī yǒu zhe liánghǎo de míngyù.

This company has a good reputation.

她为了保护家庭名誉付出了很多。

Tā wèi le bǎohù jiātíng míngyù fùchū le hěnduō.

She sacrificed a lot to protect the family's honor.

他被诬告，名誉受到了严重损害。

Tā bèi wūgào, míngyù shòu dào le yánzhòng sǔnhài.

He was falsely accused, and his reputation was seriously damaged.

在追求正义的过程中，他宁愿牺牲个人名誉。

Zài zhuīqiú zhèngyì de guòchéng zhōng, tā nìngyuàn xīshēng gèrén míngyù.

In the pursuit of justice, he would rather sacrifice his personal reputation.

Word Definition - 名誉

míng yù fame; reputation; honor; honorary; emeritus (of retired professor)

Individual Character Details

名 míng
誉 yù