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知られる
shirareru
to be known
この事実が広く知られるようになった。
This fact became widely known.
general
to be known or recognized by others; to become known
彼の才能は世界中に知られるようになった。
His talent became known worldwide.
この問題はまだ知られていない。
This issue is still unknown.
Often used in passive constructions to indicate that something has become known to others.
formal
to be recognized or acknowledged (e.g., in a professional or social context)
その研究者はその分野で高く知られるようになった。
The researcher became highly recognized in that field.
Can imply a positive recognition or reputation.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Passive vs. Active
知られる is the passive form of 知る, meaning 'to be known' rather than 'to know'. It emphasizes that information has become known to others.
Gold Rule
Passive Construction
This verb is typically used in passive constructions to describe something that has become known to others, not something the subject actively knows.
Word Origin
Derived from the verb 知る (shiru, 'to know') with the passive/resultative suffix -られる (rareru).
Usage Notes
This is the passive form of 知る, often used to describe something that has become known to others, rather than the subject actively knowing something.
Word Breakdown
知る
to know
rootられる
passive/resultative suffix
suffix和英辞典