Katanyagan (en. Fame)

ka-ta-nyá-gan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The state of being famous or known.
His fame reached all over the world.
Ang kanyang katanyagan ay umabot sa buong mundo.
This can refer to good reputation or honor.
The fame of artists depends on their films.
Ang katanyagan ng mga artista ay nakasalalay sa kanilang mga ginawang pelikula.
The good impression or engraving of memory in people's minds.
He fought for his fame in the field of sports.
Ipinaglaban niya ang kanyang katanyagan sa larangan ng palakasan.

Etymology

root word: tanyag (famous or prominent)

Common Phrases and Expressions

reached fame
become famous or known to many
umabot sa katanyagan
at the peak of fame
at the highest level of being famous
nasa rurok ng katanyagan

Related Words

famous
an adjective that means known or popular.
tanyag
popularity
a noun similar to fame, referring to the level of recognition.
kasikatan

Slang Meanings

birth of fame
His fame began when he won on that show.
Ang katanyagan niya ay nagsimula nang magwagi siya sa palabas.
rise to public recognition
Because of her talent, she quickly rose to fame.
Dahil sa kanyang talento, mabilis siyang umakyat sa katanyagan.
famous status
His fame attracted a lot of sponsors.
Ang kanyang katanyagan ay nakakuha ng maraming sponsors.