bekannt
known · familiar · know
Etwas oder jemand, den viele Menschen kennen oder wiedererkennen.
The German word bekannt is an adjective meaning known or famous. It is derived from the verb kennen (to know), with the prefix be- which often indicates completeness or effect.
Meaning of components:
- Kannt is related to kennen (to know).
Words with similar meaning:
- berühmt (famous)
- vertraut (familiar)
- populär (popular)
Differences:
- bekannt emphasizes that something or someone is known or recognized, without necessarily implying fame.
- berühmt means well known in a positive or notable sense („famous“).
- vertraut indicates familiarity and comfort from acquaintance or repeated experience.
- populär focuses on being liked or widely accepted rather than just known.
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Examples
Die Band ist international bekannt.adjective
The band is internationally known.
Dieses Restaurant ist bei Touristen bekannt.adjective
This restaurant is known to tourists.
Das Buch ist weltweit bekannt.adjective
The book is known worldwide.
Diese Band ist mir bekannt.adjective
I am familiar with this band.
Anna ist bekannt für ihre Ideen.adjective
Anna is known for her ideas.
Diese Stadt ist bekannt für ihre alten Gebäude.adjective
This city is known for its old buildings.
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