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A2 adjective #1,500 よく出る 7分で読める

famous

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At the A1 level, 'famous' is one of the first adjectives students learn to describe people they see on TV or in movies. It is used in very simple sentences like 'He is famous' or 'The singer is famous'. The focus is on the basic idea of many people knowing a person. Students at this level should practice using 'famous' with 'is' and 'are'. They might also learn it in the context of famous places like the Eiffel Tower or the Great Wall of China. The goal is to recognize the word and use it to describe clear examples of celebrity or global landmarks. Simple questions like 'Who is a famous person in your country?' are common at this stage.

At the A2 level, learners begin to use 'famous' with the preposition 'for'. This allows them to explain why someone is known, such as 'She is famous for her songs' or 'Italy is famous for pizza'. They also start to see 'famous' used as an attributive adjective before a noun, like 'a famous actor'. At this stage, students should be able to distinguish between 'famous' and 'popular', even if they occasionally mix them up. They can also use basic intensifiers like 'very famous'. The context expands to include more varied subjects like famous scientists, historical events, or local famous spots. Exercises often involve matching famous people to their professions.

By B1, students can use 'famous' in more complex sentence structures, including comparative and superlative forms ('more famous than', 'the most famous'). They are introduced to synonyms like 'well-known' and 'renowned' and start to understand the nuances between them. B1 learners can discuss the advantages and disadvantages of being famous, using the word in more abstract discussions about fame and the media. They also learn common collocations like 'become famous' or 'world-famous'. Their vocabulary is rich enough to describe the level of fame more accurately and to use 'famous' in writing tasks like short biographies or travel reviews.

At the B2 level, learners are expected to use 'famous' and its synonyms with precision. They understand the difference between 'famous', 'infamous', and 'notorious'. They can use 'famous' in formal and informal registers appropriately. B2 students can analyze how someone becomes famous and the impact of fame on society. They are comfortable with idiomatic expressions and fixed phrases involving the word. In writing, they might use 'famous' to introduce a well-known quote or a widely accepted fact. Their ability to use the word is integrated into more sophisticated grammatical structures, such as passive voice or conditional sentences (e.g., 'If he hadn't won the race, he wouldn't be famous today').

C1 learners use 'famous' with a high degree of stylistic variety. They often choose more specific alternatives like 'celebrated', 'illustrious', or 'eminent' depending on the context. They understand the subtle connotations of 'famous' in different fields, such as 'academic fame' vs. 'pop-culture fame'. At this level, students can engage in deep discussions about the nature of celebrity culture and the 'famous for being famous' phenomenon. They use the word effortlessly in complex essays and presentations. They are also aware of the historical development of the word and can use it ironically or metaphorically in sophisticated ways.

At the C2 level, the use of 'famous' is completely natural and nuanced. The learner can distinguish the finest shades of meaning between 'famous' and its most obscure synonyms. They can use the word in any context, from highly technical academic writing to creative literature. They are familiar with all idiomatic uses and can play with the word's meaning for rhetorical effect. A C2 speaker might use 'famous' to describe a well-known but rarely discussed concept, showing a deep understanding of how recognition works in language. They can also critique the use of the word in media and literature, demonstrating full mastery of its communicative potential.

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Famous means being widely known by many people.
It is often used with 'for' to show the reason.
It can describe people, places, things, or events.
It is different from 'popular', which means being liked.

The word famous describes someone or something that is recognized by a large number of people across a wide area or within a specific field. It is not just about being known; it is about having a reputation or a level of public awareness that transcends local boundaries. When we say a person is famous, we imply that their name, face, or achievements are part of the collective consciousness of a society. This can apply to celebrities, historical figures, landmarks, or even specific events that have left a lasting mark on history.

Public Recognition: The state of being widely acknowledged by the general public or a specific community.
Reputation: The beliefs or opinions that are generally held about someone or something.
Notability: The quality of being worthy of attention or striking; importance.

The Eiffel Tower is a famous landmark in Paris that millions of tourists visit every year.

In a broader sense, being famous can be a result of talent, luck, or even notoriety. However, in standard English usage, 'famous' usually carries a neutral or positive connotation, whereas 'infamous' is used for being known for something bad. To be famous is to occupy a space in the media, in books, and in the conversations of people who have never met you personally. It is a status that often brings both opportunities and challenges, such as a lack of privacy.

She became famous after her first movie was released worldwide.

The concept of fame has evolved with the internet. Today, we have 'internet famous' individuals who are known within specific digital niches but might not be recognized by the general public. This illustrates that fame can be relative to the audience. A scientist might be famous among physicists but unknown to a sports fan. Yet, the core meaning remains: a high degree of recognition within a group.

The Mona Lisa is perhaps the most famous painting in the world.

He is famous for his incredible ability to solve complex mathematical problems.

Many people dream of being famous, but it can be very stressful.

Using the word famous correctly involves understanding its grammatical placement and the prepositions that usually accompany it. As an adjective, it can modify a noun directly or follow a linking verb like 'be', 'become', or 'grow'.

Attributive Use: Placing the adjective before the noun: 'A famous actor'.
Predicative Use: Placing the adjective after a verb: 'The actor is famous'.
Collocation with 'For': Using 'famous for' + [noun/gerund] to specify the cause of fame.

This city is famous for its beautiful canals and historic architecture.

When describing a person, 'famous' is often used with intensifiers like 'very', 'world-', or 'internationally'. For example, 'She is a world-famous scientist.' This helps to quantify the scope of the person's recognition. It is also common to use 'famous' in the comparative and superlative forms: 'more famous' and 'most famous'.

He is becoming more famous every day as his videos go viral.

It is important to note that 'famous' can also be used ironically or in a slightly negative way in certain contexts, though this is less common. For instance, 'the famous problem' might refer to a problem that everyone knows about because it is so annoying or persistent. However, the primary use remains focused on widespread recognition.

The famous chef opened a new restaurant in the city center.

Is that person famous? Everyone is taking photos of him.

The band played their most famous song at the end of the concert.

You will encounter the word famous in a variety of settings, from casual conversations to formal news reports. It is a staple of media coverage, especially in entertainment and sports news.

News & Media: Reporting on celebrities, politicians, or major global events.
Tourism: Describing landmarks, museums, and historical sites in travel guides.
Education: Learning about famous inventors, writers, and leaders in history classes.

'Welcome to Hollywood, the home of many famous movie stars!'

In daily life, people use 'famous' to talk about things they've seen on TV or the internet. It's common in phrases like 'the famous saying' or 'a famous quote'. When traveling, you'll see it on signs or in brochures highlighting 'famous views' or 'famous local dishes'.

The museum houses the famous sculpture by Michelangelo.

Social media has created a new context for 'famous'. You might hear someone say they are 'TikTok famous' or 'Instagram famous'. This indicates that their fame is localized to a specific platform. In business, companies strive to make their brands 'famous' to ensure customer loyalty and recognition.

This restaurant is famous for its spicy noodles.

He quoted a famous line from a Shakespeare play.

Is there a famous person you would like to meet?

While famous is a common word, learners often make specific errors in its application, particularly regarding its connotation and related words.

Famous vs. Infamous: 'Famous' is generally positive or neutral. 'Infamous' means being known for something bad or wicked.
Famous vs. Popular: 'Famous' means well-known. 'Popular' means liked by many. A person can be famous but disliked.
Preposition Errors: Using 'famous of' instead of 'famous for'. Incorrect: 'He is famous of his art'. Correct: 'He is famous for his art'.

Incorrect: He is famous for stealing money. (Better: He is infamous for stealing money.)

Another mistake is overusing 'famous' when a more specific word would be better. For example, 'well-known' is often a safer, more humble choice for local fame, while 'renowned' is better for professional excellence. Additionally, learners sometimes forget the 'for' when explaining the reason for fame.

Incorrect: The famous of the city is its food. (Correct: The city is famous for its food.)

Confusing 'fame' (noun) and 'famous' (adjective) is also common. You have fame, but you are famous. Make sure to use the correct part of speech in your sentences to maintain grammatical accuracy.

She achieved great fame, but she didn't like being famous.

The famous actor was actually quite shy in person.

Is this the famous bridge you told me about?

English has many words that describe being known, each with a slightly different nuance. Choosing the right one can make your writing more precise and sophisticated.

Well-known: A neutral term, often used for things known in a specific area or group.
Renowned: Suggests being famous for a positive achievement or skill; highly respected.
Celebrated: Implies that the person or thing is praised and honored publicly.

The renowned professor gave a lecture on quantum physics.

Other synonyms include 'noted', which is more formal and often used in academic or professional contexts, and 'prominent', which suggests being important and well-known within a particular circle. 'Legendary' is used for someone whose fame is so great that they are like a character in a legend. Understanding these differences helps in selecting the word that best fits the level of fame and the reason for it.

She is a prominent figure in the local business community.

In contrast, 'notorious' and 'infamous' are the 'evil twins' of famous. They mean being known for something bad. Using 'famous' for a criminal might sound strange unless you are emphasizing their celebrity status rather than their crimes. Always consider the reputation of the subject before choosing your adjective.

The celebrated author signed copies of her new book.

He is well-known in the neighborhood for his beautiful garden.

The legendary singer performed to a sold-out stadium.

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He is a famous singer.

Il est un chanteur célèbre.

Subject + is + adjective + noun.

Is she famous?

Est-elle célèbre ?

Question form with 'be'.

The Eiffel Tower is famous.

La tour Eiffel est célèbre.

Subject + is + adjective.

I want to be famous.

Je veux être célèbre.

Infinitive 'to be' + adjective.

They are famous actors.

Ils sont des acteurs célèbres.

Plural subject and noun.

This is a famous book.

C'est un livre célèbre.

Demonstrative pronoun + is + adjective + noun.

My city is not famous.

Ma ville n'est pas célèbre.

Negative form with 'not'.

Who is famous in your country?

Qui est célèbre dans votre pays ?

Interrogative 'who'.

She is famous for her beautiful voice.

Elle est célèbre pour sa belle voix.

Famous + for + noun phrase.

This restaurant is famous for its pizza.

Ce restaurant est célèbre pour sa pizza.

Famous + for + possessive adjective + noun.

He became famous after the movie.

Il est devenu célèbre après le film.

Verb 'become' + adjective.

Are there any famous museums here?

Y a-t-il des musées célèbres ici ?

Plural question with 'there are'.

The town is famous for its old castle.

La ville est célèbre pour son vieux château.

Famous + for + noun phrase.

Many famous people live in London.

Beaucoup de personnes célèbres vivent à Londres.

Adjective before the noun.

He is not very famous yet.

Il n'est pas encore très célèbre.

Use of intensifier 'very' and adverb 'yet'.

Is that a famous painting?

Est-ce un tableau célèbre ?

Simple question with 'that'.

The city is more famous for its history than its food.

La ville est plus célèbre pour son histoire que pour sa nourriture.

Comparative 'more famous for... than'.

He is the most famous writer of the century.

Il est l'écrivain le plus célèbre du siècle.

Superlative 'the most famous'.

Becoming famous changed her life completely.

Devenir célèbre a complètement changé sa vie.

Gerund 'becoming' as a subject.

It is a world-famous brand of shoes.

C'est une marque de chaussures mondialement connue.

Compound adjective 'world-famous'.

The bridge is famous, but I don't know why.

Le pont est célèbre, mais je ne sais pas pourquoi.

Contrast using 'but'.

She grew famous as she traveled the world.

Elle est devenue célèbre en voyageant à travers le monde.

Verb 'grow' used as a linking verb.

Is it better to be famous or rich?

Est-il préférable d'être célèbre ou riche ?

Comparative question.

The famous scientist discovered a new planet.

Le célèbre scientifique a découvert une nouvelle planète.

Attributive use in a past tense sentence.

Despite being famous, he leads a very quiet life.

Bien qu'il soit célèbre, il mène une vie très tranquille.

Concession clause with 'despite + -ing'.

The actor is famous for his roles in action movies.

L'acteur est célèbre pour ses rôles dans des films d'action.

Famous for + plural noun phrase.

She is quite famous in the scientific community.

Elle est assez célèbre dans la communauté scientifique.

Adverbial phrase of place/group.

The company is famous for its innovative technology.

L'entreprise est célèbre pour sa technologie innovante.

Famous for + adjective + noun.

He was famous long before the internet existed.

Il était célèbre bien avant que l'internet n'existe.

Time clause with 'long before'.

The mountain is famous for its dangerous climbing routes.

La montagne est célèbre pour ses voies d'escalade dangereuses.

Famous for + complex noun phrase.

They are famous for their unique style of music.

Ils sont célèbres pour leur style de musique unique.

Famous for + possessive + adjective + noun.

The city's famous landmarks are visited by millions.

Les monuments célèbres de la ville sont visités par des millions de personnes.

Passive voice construction.

The author is famous for her poignant exploration of grief.

L'auteure est célèbre pour son exploration poignante du deuil.

Abstract noun phrase after 'famous for'.

He is arguably the most famous architect of his generation.

Il est sans doute l'architecte le plus célèbre de sa génération.

Use of the adverb 'arguably' to soften a claim.

The region is famous for its viticulture and rolling hills.

La région est célèbre pour sa viticulture et ses collines vallonnées.

Parallel noun phrases after 'famous for'.

She remains famous despite her long absence from the public eye.

Elle reste célèbre malgré sa longue absence de la scène publique.

Verb 'remain' + adjective.

The experiment is famous for its controversial results.

L'expérience est célèbre pour ses résultats controversés.

Famous for + adjective + noun.

His famous speech inspired a whole generation of activists.

Son célèbre discours a inspiré toute une génération de militants.

Attributive use with a past tense impact.

The hotel is famous for its impeccable service and luxury.

L'hôtel est célèbre pour son service impeccable et son luxe.

Famous for + multiple positive attributes.

Is it possible to be famous and still maintain your privacy?

Est-il possible d'être célèbre tout en préservant sa vie privée ?

Infinitive phrase with 'and still'.

The philosopher is famous for his radical reinterpretation of ethics.

Le philosophe est célèbre pour sa réinterprétation radicale de l'éthique.

Complex abstract object of the preposition 'for'.

The city is famous for its juxtaposition of ancient and modern architecture.

La ville est célèbre pour sa juxtaposition d'architecture ancienne et moderne.

Sophisticated vocabulary ('juxtaposition').

He became famous not for his wealth, but for his philanthropy.

Il est devenu célèbre non pas pour sa richesse, mais pour sa philanthropie.

Correlative structure 'not for... but for'.

The case is famous for establishing a significant legal precedent.

L'affaire est célèbre pour avoir établi un précédent juridique important.

Gerund phrase indicating a historical result.

She is famous for her acerbic wit and uncompromising honesty.

Elle est célèbre pour son esprit acerbe et son honnêteté sans compromis.

Use of advanced adjectives to describe fame's cause.

The painting is famous for its enigmatic subject matter.

Le tableau est célèbre pour son sujet énigmatique.

Famous for + adjective + noun.

The island is famous for its endemic species found nowhere else.

L'île est célèbre pour ses espèces endémiques que l'on ne trouve nulle part ailleurs.

Famous for + scientific terminology.

His famous 'last words' were actually spoken weeks before he died.

Ses célèbres « derniers mots » ont en réalité été prononcés des semaines avant sa mort.

Using 'famous' to describe a well-known myth or story.

よく使う組み合わせ

become famous

world-famous

famous for

internationally famous

famous actor

famous landmark

famous quote

famous person

rich and famous

famous saying

よく使うフレーズ

famous last words

the rich and famous

famous for being famous

a famous victory

make someone famous

claim to fame

hall of fame

famous face

famous name

world-famous

よく混同される語

famous vs popular

famous vs infamous

famous vs notorious

慣用句と表現

"Famous last words"

Said when someone is overconfident about something that might go wrong.

"Rich and famous"

People who have both a lot of money and a lot of recognition.

"Five minutes of fame"

A short period of being well-known.

"Claim to fame"

The one thing that makes someone or something famous.

"Hall of fame"

A place where famous people in a certain field are honored.

"Famous for being famous"

Known by the public without having a specific talent or achievement.

"Walk of fame"

A sidewalk with stars honoring famous celebrities.

"A famous first"

A well-known instance of something happening for the first time.

"The world and his wife"

Everyone, including famous people (British idiom).

"Household name"

A person or thing that is so famous everyone knows it.

間違えやすい

famous vs popular

Liked by many, whereas famous is known by many.

famous vs infamous

Known for something bad.

famous vs notorious

Well-known for a negative quality or deed.

famous vs renowned

Famous for something good, usually professional.

famous vs eminent

Famous and respected within a particular profession.

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使い方

note

Famous is an adjective. The noun form is fame. The adverb is famously (e.g., 'They famously disagreed').

よくある間違い

Using 'famous of' instead of 'famous for'.
Confusing 'famous' with 'popular'.
Using 'famous' to describe a criminal (use 'infamous').
Forgetting the 's' at the end of 'famous'.
Using 'fame' as an adjective.

ヒント

Use 'for'

Always pair 'famous' with 'for' when explaining the reason for someone's fame.

Synonyms

Try using 'renowned' for experts and 'celebrated' for artists to sound more natural.

Pronunciation

The 'a' is a long sound like 'stay'. Say 'FAY-mus'.

Avoid Overuse

Don't call everything famous. Use 'well-known' for things that aren't globally recognized.

Cultural Note

Fame can be local. A person can be famous in their town but unknown elsewhere.

Famous vs. Infamous

Remember: Famous = Good/Neutral. Infamous = Bad.

Rich and Famous

This is a very common pair of words in English media.

Catch the 'for'

When listening, the 'for' usually follows quickly after 'famous'.

Formal Tone

In academic writing, 'noted' or 'prominent' is often preferred over 'famous'.

Star Association

Think of the 'Walk of Fame' in Hollywood to remember the word.

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語源

Middle English

文化的な背景

Rise of 'influencers' who are famous within specific online communities.

Fame often linked to societal contribution or historical legacy.

High focus on individual celebrity and entertainment.

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会話のきっかけ

"Who is the most famous person you have ever met?"

"Would you like to be famous? Why or why not?"

"What is your city famous for?"

"Do you think famous people have a hard life?"

"Which famous historical figure would you like to talk to?"

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Describe a famous place you want to visit.

Write about a famous person who inspires you.

If you became famous tomorrow, what would it be for?

Discuss the pros and cons of being famous.

How has the internet changed what it means to be famous?

よくある質問

10 問

Famous means many people know who you are. Popular means many people like you. You can be famous but hated, or popular in a small group but not famous.

No, you should use 'famous for'. For example, 'He is famous for his paintings,' not 'famous of his paintings'.

Usually, yes, or neutral. If someone is known for something bad, we use 'infamous' or 'notorious' instead.

You can use it before a noun (a famous actor) or after a verb (the actor is famous). Use 'for' to give a reason.

The noun form is 'fame'. For example, 'He sought fame and fortune'.

It is usually hyphenated as a compound adjective before a noun.

Yes, 'more famous' is the correct comparative form. 'Most famous' is the superlative.

It's an idiom used when someone says something confident right before they fail or are proven wrong.

Yes, landmarks like the Statue of Liberty are often described as famous.

It refers to someone who is well-known on social media platforms but perhaps not in the real world.