fama

[ˈfɑ̃mə (Portuguese) / ˈfeɪmə (English)]

nounfemininepl: famas

fame

1. The state of being known or talked about by many people; widespread reputation

She achieved fame as a renowned actress.

Ela conquistou fama como uma atriz renomada.

2. A rumor or report about someone or something

There is a fama that he left the country.

Há uma fama de que ele deixou o país.

3. Reputation, especially of a specific character or quality

He has a fama for being honest.

Ele tem fama de ser honesto.

NYC Slang

clout, rep, street cred

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General Brazilian

fama

Standard usage throughout Brazil

Rio de Janeiro

fama

Common colloquial usage, often in phrase 'ter fama de'

São Paulo

fama

Standard usage

Portugal

fama

Standard usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese

ter fama de (to have a reputation for)

conquistar fama (to achieve fame)

fama de santo (saintly reputation)

de fama (famous)

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