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10 Language-to-English DictionariesReputation
/ˌrɛp.jʊˈteɪ.ʃən/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The beliefs or opinions that are generally held about someone or something.
"Her reputation as a skilled negotiator preceded her into the meeting." - 2
The overall quality or character as seen or judged by people.
"The restaurant has built a reputation for excellent service and delicious food."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'reputation' originates from the Latin 'reputatio', meaning 'consideration' or 'reflection', which evolved through Old French before entering Middle English. Its meaning has shifted from a general sense of 'thought' to a more specific connotation of public perception and esteem.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Reputation" is said worldwide
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Réputation
Transliteration: Reputation
"Sa réputation est bien établie dans le domaine."
Ruf
Transliteration: Ruf
"Sein Ruf als Experte ist unbestritten."
Reputazione
Transliteration: Reputazione
"La sua reputazione è molto alta nel settore."
Reputación
Transliteration: Reputación
"Su reputación como líder es bien conocida."
Reputação
Transliteration: Reputação
"A reputação dele é impecável entre os colegas."
प्रतिष्ठा
Transliteration: Pratishtha
"उसकी प्रतिष्ठा समाज में बहुत ऊँची है।"
声誉
Transliteration: Shēngyù
"他的声誉在行业内非常好。"
명성
Transliteration: Myeongseong
"그의 명성은 업계에서 높습니다."
評判
Transliteration: Hyōban
"彼の評判は業界で非常に良いです。"
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