声誉 shēngyù reputation
reputation; fame
How to remember 声誉: 声 voice + 誉 fame = reputation.
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How it is used
- Reputation / good name (as an asset) - 维护声誉 (wéihù shēngyù) protect one's reputation; 国际声誉 (guójì shēngyù) international standing.
- Emphasizes earned public regard worth safeguarding; near 声望 (shēngwàng) but 声誉 stresses honor/creditworthiness. Formal.
Example sentences
- 丑闻让他付出了失去声誉的代价。 Chǒuwén ràng tā fùchū le shīqù shēngyù de dàijià.That scandal cost him his reputation.