知られる
shirareruverb★Intermediate
formal
to be known (by others), to become known, to be recognized
この事実が知られるようになった
This fact became known
彼の才能は広く知られている
His talent is widely recognized
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This is the passive form of '知る' (to know), emphasizing that the information is known by others rather than the subject actively knowing it.
Collocations
広く知られるto be widely known一般に知られるto be commonly known
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related Phrases
知れ渡るphrase
to become widely known
知られざるphrase
unknown
💡Pro Tip
Passive Construction
This is a passive verb form, often used when the subject is affected by external knowledge.
⚡Gold Rule
Formal Usage
Common in news reports, official statements, and formal writing.
📖Word Origin
Derived from the verb '知る' (to know) with the passive suffix '-られる'
📝Usage Notes
Often used in formal contexts to describe information becoming public or widely recognized. Can imply that the subject has no control over the knowledge being spread.
Word Breakdown
知る
to know
rootられる
passive suffix
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