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名を馳せる

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 名を馳せる

なをはせる
Expression
Ichidan verb
Freq #27364
1

to win fame; to become widely known; to make a name for oneself

Kanji in this Word

6 strokes
Frequency: 177
JLPT N4
Grade 1

Meanings

name
noted
distinguished
reputation

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
メイ
ミョウ
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
-な
Nanori — Specialized readings used in names
13 strokes
Grade 9

Meanings

run
gallop
sail
drive (a wagon)
win (fame)
despatch

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
は.せる
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