известный
famous
well known
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известный with English translation
известный usage examples
The famous cathedral stands on a hill and tourists take photos there.
Известный собор стоит на холме, и туристы фотографируются там.
We visited a famous statue near the river and learned about its history.
Мы посетили известную статую у реки и узнали её историю.
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известный belongs to the topic "Sightseeing and Landmarks". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
известный synonyms
What's the difference between известный / знаменитый / общеизвестный / популярный / всемирно известный / легендарный
neutral 'well known'
He is a very well-known artist.
Он очень известный артист.
emphasizes fame and public recognition
A famous writer came to town.
знаменитый писатель приехал в город.
emphasizes that something is known to everybody; often used formally
This is a well-known fact.
Это общеизвестный факт.
This song is very popular right now.
Эта песня сейчас очень популярна.
intensified form — known worldwide
A world-famous singer gave a concert.
всемирно известный певец дал концерт.
often figurative; emphasizes an outstanding or mythic reputation
It was a legendary match in the club's history.
Это был легендарный матч в истории клуба.
high/formal style; stresses that someone has been celebrated
The celebrated commander is mentioned in books.
прославленный полководец упоминается в книгах.
means prominent or notable in society; more formal
He is a prominent scholar in his field.
Он — видный учёный в своей области.
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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How to pronounce известный and what this word means
известный translation: famous. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce известный
[izˈvʲestnɨj]
известный translation
famous
известный examples
The famous cathedral stands on a hill and tourists take photos there.
известный transcription
[izˈvʲestnɨj]
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Questions about this word
известный meaning: what does it mean?
широко известный, о котором многие люди знают
известный pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
известный is pronounced as [izˈvʲestnɨj]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
известный definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The famous cathedral stands on a hill and tourists take photos there. Translation: Известный собор стоит на холме, и туристы фотографируются там.
Is известный part of Sightseeing and Landmarks vocabulary?
Yes, известный (famous) can be learned in the Sightseeing and Landmarks topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is известный part of Travel and Leisure vocabulary?
Yes, известный (famous) can be learned in the Travel and Leisure topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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