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定評 (ていひょう) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
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noun
established reputation ; widely recognized standing
Refers to a solid, widely acknowledged reputation, often used in phrases like 定評がある (to have an established reputation) or 定評を得る (to gain a solid reputation).
His research has gained a solid reputation in academic circles.
Kanji 定 determine, fix, establish 評 evaluate, criticism, comment Similar words 評ひょう 判ばん 評判 is a more general term for reputation or rumor, which can be good or bad and may be temporary. 定評 implies a firmly established, usually positive reputation.
名めい 声せい 名声 refers to fame or renown, often for individuals. 定評 is more about a settled, reliable reputation, often for products, services, or institutions.
Etymology Compound of 定 (てい, 'fixed, established') and 評 (ひょう, 'evaluation, reputation'). The combination naturally yields the meaning of a settled or established reputation.
