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[な(名)·まえ(前)·ま(負)·け]
namaemake
noun, suru verb

English Meaning(s) for 名前負け

noun, suru verb
  1. failing to live up to one's name; being beaten by one's name
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Meanings for each kanji in 名前負け

» name; noted; distinguished; reputation
» in front; before
» defeat; negative; -; minus; bear; owe; assume a responsibility

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Sample Sentences for 名前負け

I think a god's name has got to be out. From the moment the kid's named you know he's not going to be able to live up to it!
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