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    Célèbre (en. Famous)

    /se.le.bʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Known by a large number of people for a particular reason.
    The actor is famous for his blockbuster movies.
    L'acteur est célèbre pour ses films à succès.
    Representative of exceptional quality.
    This artwork is famous worldwide.
    Cette œuvre d'art est célèbre dans le monde entier.
    Evokes notoriety in a specific field.
    This scientist is famous for his contributions to physics.
    Ce scientifique est célèbre pour ses contributions à la physique.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'celebrem', meaning 'celebrated, illustrious'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be famous
    To be known by a wide audience.
    être célèbre
    a famous person
    A person who has gained great notoriety.
    une personne célèbre
    to celebrate an event
    To commemorate or pay tribute to a notable event.
    célébrer un événement

    Related Words

    celebration
    Act of celebrating an important event.
    célébration
    reputation
    General opinion about someone or something.
    réputation
    notoriety
    State of being known and respected by a large audience.
    notoriété

    Slang Meanings

    To be a celebrity.
    He became a true celebrity with his new song.
    Il est devenu une vraie célébrité avec sa nouvelle chanson.
    To have a big head.
    Since he won the award, he has become famous and a bit pretentious.
    Depuis qu'il a gagné le prix, il est devenu célèbre et un peu prétentieux.