Japanese Word · Intermediate
一旗揚げる
To make a name for yourself
Pronunciation: say 一旗揚げる
Meaning
To make a name for yourself. To become famous for a reason.
Example
一旗揚げるつもりで上海へ走るところであった。
He was about to run off to Shanghai and establish himself there.
Practice tips
- Practice 一旗揚げる out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for intermediate-level learners.