名門
Meanings
1
distinguished family; noble family; famous family
Refers to a family with a long history of prestige, influence, or high social standing.
He was born into a distinguished family.
2
prestigious organization; elite institution
Used for companies, schools, universities, or other groups with a strong reputation and history of excellence.
He graduated from a prestigious university.
That company is a prestigious name in the industry.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉は名門の出身だto come from a distinguished family
He comes from a distinguished family and was raised strictly from a young age.
- 〈人〉が名門に嫁ぐto marry into a prestigious family
She married into a prestigious family in Tokyo.
- 名門としての伝統を守るto uphold the traditions of a prestigious institution
This university continues to uphold its traditions as a prestigious institution.