mẫu câu (passive) · neutral

be known as + noun

Band 7+speakingtask1

used to say that someone or something is recognized by a particular name or reputation

Examples

“The island is known as a hotspot for biodiversity.”

“He is known as one of the leading experts in the field.”

“The painting is known as 'The Blue Lady' locally.”

Band 8 sentence

“The small town is known as the birthplace of several influential poets.”

Collocations

  • be known as + a leader / a hub / a centre / a hotspot

Word family

know / known v / adjreputation n

Common mistakes

She is knowing as a great teacher.→She is known as a great teacher.

The city is known for as a cultural centre.→The city is known as a cultural centre.

Say it for a higher band

5is famous for→6is known for→7+be known as + noun

Synonyms

be regarded as + noun/adjective

Easily confused

be known for + noun / V-ing

“The region is known for its cheese production.”

Related words

had been + past participlebe + past participleto have been + past participlebe used to + Vbe + past participle + by + agentnoun + past participle (reduced relative clause)be seen as + noun / adjectivehave/has been + past participle

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