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    Referring to a rumor with 谣言 (yáoyán)

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    Structure

    散布/传播 + 谣言

    Explanation

    The noun 谣言 (yáoyán) means "rumor" and refers to unverified information spread among people. It is often used with verbs like 散布 (to spread), as in 散布谣言 (to spread rumors). The word carries a negative connotation, implying the information is false or harmful.

    Examples

    • 网上的谣言越传越离谱了。

      wǎng shàng de yáoyán yuè chuán yuè lípǔ le.

      The rumors online are getting more and more outrageous.

    • 请不要散布没有根据的谣言。

      qǐng bùyào sànbù méiyǒu gēnjù de yáoyán.

      Please do not spread unfounded rumors.

    • 关于他辞职的谣言完全是假的。

      guānyú tā cízhí de yáoyán wánquán shì jiǎ de.

      The rumors about his resignation are completely false.

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