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“rumor” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiuwasa

Example

その噂は本当です。so no uwasa wa hon tō de su

That rumor is true.

Illustration for 噂 (rumor)

How to say “rumor” in Japanese

“Rumor” in Japanese is 噂 (uwasa).

Describes a claim that spreads among people before its truth has been established.

Full entry for 噂: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 噂

その噂を信じてはいけません。so no uwasa o shin ji te wa i ke ma se n

You should not believe that rumor.

Tips for using 噂

  • The phrase rumor has it introduces information presented as unconfirmed, which closely matches the meaning of 噂 (uwasa).

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