bekannt werden
Translation
to become known, to become famous, to come to light
Examples
Die Wahrheit ist endlich bekannt geworden.
The truth has finally become known.
Sie ist als Sängerin bekannt geworden.
She became famous as a singer.
Grammar Patterns
bekannt werden to become known The affair quickly became known.
((durch sth.)) bekannt werden to become known through (sth.) He became known through his books.
Similar Words
berühmt werden (to become famous), sich herausstellen (to turn out)
Etymology
From 'bekannt' (known) and 'werden' (to become). Literally 'to become known'.
Memory Tips
'werden' signifies a change of state. Imagine the change from being unknown to 'becoming known'.