Beroemde

Beroemde is a Dutch adjective meaning famous or renowned. It is used to describe people, places, works, or events that have broad public recognition. The base form is beroemd; beroemde is the attributive inflected form used before a noun in contexts where the noun is definite or otherwise requires an adjective with an -e ending, such as after de, het, or die. In predicative use, the form is beroemd: De schilder is beroemd; De beroemde schilder is a famous painter.

Etymology and related forms: The adjective derives from a historical root related to fame, with the prefix be- and the suffix -d to form an adjective meaning “having fame.” The related noun beroemdheid denotes fame or celebrity, and is used for a person who is widely recognized.

Usage and nuance: Beroemde emphasizes a high level of public recognition and long-standing status, often tied to notable achievements or historical significance. It is commonly applied to artists, writers, landmarks, events, and other subjects with well-established reputations. More everyday or less emphatic synonyms include bekend (known) or beroemdheid when referring to the person as a celebrity.

Examples: de beroemde schilder Vincent van Gogh; een beroemde gebeurtenis; de beroemde attractie in de stad. The term can be pluralized with appropriate noun forms (de beroemde schilders) to describe multiple well-known subjects.

See also: fame, celebrity, roem.