Make a name for Meaning in English
expression
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈneɪm/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
MAYK-uh-NAYM-fer
mˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /nˈeɪm/ /fˈɔː
MAYK-uh-NAYM-faw
Definition
To become well-known or respected for something, especially by achieving success or doing something impressive.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used in positive contexts about reputation. Common with 'for oneself'—'make a name for oneself.' Refers to building fame or a good reputation, often in a profession or community. Not literal; doesn't mean inventing a new name.
Spanish: hacerse un nombrePortuguese (BR): fazer um nome para siPortuguese (PT): fazer um nome para siChinese (Simplified): 闯出名声Chinese (Traditional): 闖出名聲Hindi: अपना नाम बनानाArabic: يصنع لنفسه اسماًBengali: নাম করা - খ্যাতি অর্জন করাRussian: сделать себе имя - прославитьсяJapanese: 名を上げる - 評判を得るVietnamese: tạo dựng tên tuổi - gây dựng danh tiếngKorean: 이름을 알리다 - 명성을 얻다Turkish: isim yapmak - adını duyurmakUrdu: نام پیدا کرنا - شہرت حاصل کرناIndonesian: membuat nama - membangun reputasi
Example Sentences
She wants to make a name for herself as a writer.
basic
He made a name for himself by helping people.
basic
Many chefs try to make a name for themselves in big cities.
basic
She really made a name for herself after winning that award.
natural
It takes hard work to make a name for yourself in this industry.
natural
He’s starting to make a name for himself as one of the best local musicians.
natural