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金字招牌 (jīn zì zhāo pái)

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English Meaning (英文释义)

A symbol of high reputation and trustworthiness, often used for a brand or person with an impeccable image.

Definition (中文解释)

旧时店铺为显示资金雄厚而用金箔贴字的招牌。现比喻高人一等可以炫耀的名义或称号。也比喻名誉好。

Derivation (典故出处)

清·曾朴《孽海花》第二十五回珏斋郻只出使了一次朝鲜,办结了甲申金玉均一案,又曾同威毅伯和日本伊滕博文定了出兵朝鲜彼此知会的条约,总算一帆风顺,文武全才的金字招牌,还高高挂着。”

Example (造句示例)

After decades of excellent service, the store became a gold-lettered signboard in the community.