No. 7,196 in Chinese
素有
"素有" means "to have always had" or "to be known for a long time."
In a sentence
北京素有『帝都』之称。
Beijing is traditionally known as the 'Imperial Capital.'
In this sentence, '素有' emphasizes a long-standing recognization or labeling associated with Beijing.
这家餐厅素有清淡美食的好名声。
This restaurant has been traditionally reputed for its light cuisine.
In this context, '素有' is used to indicate the restaurant's enduring reputation for a specific quality.
他素有冷静且理智的性格。
He has always been known for his calm and rational personality.
Here, '素有' denotes an inherent and continuous characteristic attributed to the person.
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