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Mastering は〜で有名: Talking About What Things Are Famous For (JLPT N3 Grammar)

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Meaning & Usage

✨ Basic Meaning

Indicates that the topic (marked by は) is famous for the reason or characteristic specified after で.

🎯 Primary Function

To state the reason or aspect for which something or someone is well-known or famous.

📋 Grammar Structure

[Noun/Topic] は [Noun/Reason/Characteristic] で 有名です

🎭 Usage Contexts

🏢 Formal Situations

Commonly used in formal contexts like presentations, reports, and guidebooks when describing places, products, or people.

😊 Informal Situations

Also frequently used in everyday conversations.

✍️ Written Language

Very common in written materials like articles, brochures, and travel guides.

🗣️ Spoken Language

Widely used in spoken Japanese, from casual chats to formal speeches.

💡 Common Applications

Describing famous places
Used to explain why a city, region, or landmark is famous.
Example: 京都は美しいお寺で有名です。 (Kyōto wa utsukushii o-tera de yūmei desu. – Kyoto is famous for its beautiful temples.)
Describing famous people
Used to state what a person is famous for (their work, achievement, etc.).
Example: あの俳優は面白い役で有名です。 (Ano haiyū wa omoshiroi yaku de yūmei desu. – That actor is famous for their funny roles.)
Describing famous products or foods
Used to mention what a specific area or shop is famous for producing or selling.
Example: この店は特別なケーキで有名です。 (Kono mise wa tokubetsu na kēki de yūmei desu. – This shop is famous for its special cake.)
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Frequency
Very common and essential for describing characteristics and reputations.
🎚️
Difficulty
Intermediate (JLPT N3) – Understanding the use of で to indicate the reason/aspect is key.
Example Sentences
北海道は美味しい牛乳で有名です。
Hokkaido is famous for its delicious milk.
彼は親切な性格で有名になりました。
He became famous for his kind personality.
この祭りは伝統的な踊りで有名です。
This festival is famous for its traditional dance.
Notes & Nuances

📌 Important Points

Particle 「で」
The particle 「で」 is crucial here; it indicates the reason, cause, or characteristic for which the subject is famous. Do not confuse it with other particles like 「に」 or 「が」 in this specific pattern.
Example: 京都は観光客に有名です。(Incorrect – literally “Kyoto is famous to tourists” – meaning tourists know it, but not *for what* it is famous). 京都は美しいお寺で有名です。(Correct – states what it is famous *for*).
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⚠️ Common Mistakes

❌ Using a different particle instead of で
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🏛️ Cultural Context

Politeness Level: 「有名です」 is standard polite form. 「有名だ」 is the plain form, used in casual speech or informal writing.
Social Situations: Used widely when describing well-known entities. It’s a common topic in conversations about travel, culture, or notable people/things.
Regional Variations: The pattern itself is standard across Japan, although *what* places are famous for varies regionally.

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📝 Conjugation Notes

「有名」 is a な-adjective. The pattern is [Noun] は [Noun/Characteristic] で 有名です/だ.

🔊 Pronunciation Tips

「有名」 (yūmei) – make sure to elongate the 「ゆう」 sound. 「で」 is pronounced like “deh”. 「は」 is pronounced “wa” when acting as a topic marker.

🧠 Memory Tips

Think of 「で」 as indicating “by way of” or “because of” the characteristic that makes something famous. [Topic] は [Reason] で [Famous].

Practice Exercises
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