Famoso
Example: El museo tiene un cuadro de un pintor famoso.
Definition
"Famoso" is a Spanish adjective meaning well-known or renowned, especially for achievements in history or culture. It describes someone or something widely recognized and celebrated, such as a famous painter whose work is prominently displayed in a museum.
Etymology
The word "famoso" comes from the Latin word 'famosus,' meaning 'celebrated' or 'talked about.' It originally implied something that was widely spoken of, often in a positive sense. Did you know? The root 'fam-' relates to fame or reputation, highlighting how "famoso" has long conveyed the idea of being known by many.
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"Famoso" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 208 commonly used words.
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