Korean

소문
Meaning: rumor; hearsay
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

As the rumor spread that a famous singer was coming here, many people gathered.
그 소문은 사실이 아니었다.
That rumor was not true.
그 소문은 사실이 아니에요.
That rumor is not true.
이 소문의 출처를 밝혀야 한다.
The source of this rumor must be revealed.
그 소문은 민간에 널리 퍼졌다.
That rumor spread widely among the public.
그 의사는 병을 잘 고치기로 용하다고 소문이 났다.
That doctor is rumored to be very skilled at curing diseases.
그 마을의 박수는 아주 용하다고 소문이 났다.
The male shaman of that village is rumored to be very talented.
그는 그 소문을 아예 믿지 않았다.
He didn't believe the rumor at all.
그 집에는 귀신이 나온다는 소문이 있다.
There is a rumor that a ghost appears in that house.
그는 소문에 대해 강하게 부정했다.
He strongly denied the rumor.

Usage Notes

Refers to unverified information or a story circulating among people.

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