명불허전이 · 명불허전을
living up to one's reputation, fame that is well deserved
Example
역시 명불허전이네요. 이 집 냉면은 정말 맛있어요.
It really lives up to its name. This place's naengmyeon is amazing.
Word parts
명 name+불 not+허 empty+전 pass on
Literally 'a name is not passed on in vain' — fame has a reason.
Good to know
Often said alone as praise: 역시 명불허전! means 'Just as good as they say!'
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