- eimei glory, honor, honour, fame
Used in formal or written contexts to describe a distinguished name or reputation, especially in historical or academic discussions.
彼の栄名は永遠に残る。
Kare no eimei wa eien ni nokoru.
His glory will remain forever.
栄名を求めて戦った。
They fought seeking glory.
⚖️ Often confused with '名声' (meisei), but '栄名' emphasizes honor and prestige rather than mere popularity.
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