Translation guide
To become famous or gain recognition, often through achievement or reputation.
名声を得る
win fame
Express that someone becomes famous or widely recognized, typically through their actions or achievements.
A standard, neutral way to say 'win fame' or 'gain fame'. Suitable for both spoken and written contexts.
彼はその発明で名声を得た。
He won fame through that invention.
The most common and natural way to say 'become famous'. Used in everyday conversation.
彼女は歌手として有名になった。
She won fame as a singer.
Literally 'raise one's name', meaning to make a name for oneself or gain fame. Slightly more literary or formal.
Means 'to become known to the world'. Often used in written or formal contexts.
その芸術家は死後に世に知られるようになった。
The artist won fame after his death.
A formal, literary expression meaning 'to gain fame'. Rare in everyday speech.
彼はその研究で世界的な名声を博した。
He won worldwide fame through his research.
In casual conversation, Japanese speakers often use 有名になる (become famous) rather than more literal translations of 'win fame'. 名声を得る is more formal and suitable for writing.
彼は小説家として名を上げた。
He won fame as a novelist.