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little-known
[/ˈlɪtəl noʊn/]
adjective
pouco conhecido
1.
not widely known or familiar to many people; obscure or relatively unknown
This little-known author has recently gained recognition for her debut novel.
Esta autora pouco conhecida ganhou reconhecimento recentemente por seu romance de estreia.
2.
having limited fame or public awareness
There are many little-known facts about ancient civilizations that fascinate historians.
Existem muitos fatos pouco conhecidos sobre civilizações antigas que fascinam historiadores.
Synonyms
obscure
unknown
unfamiliar
unheard-of
lesser-known
relatively unknown
Antonyms
well-known
famous
renowned
celebrated
prominent
familiar
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
pouco conhecido
standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
pouco conhecido
standard usage with same meaning
São Paulo
pouco conhecido
standard usage with same meaning
Portugal
pouco conhecido
standard usage; may also use 'obscuro' or 'ignorado'
Related Idioms & Phrases
a hidden gem
under the radar
off the beaten path
in the shadows
conhecer pouco de algo (to know little of something)
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