Translations for „rumours“ in the English » Chinese Dictionary

I . rumour, rumor Am [ˈruːmə] N

rumour

谣言 yáoyán

rumour

传闻 chuánwén

Rumo(u)r has it that they eloped.

据谣传，他们私奔了。

II . rumour, rumor Am [ˈruːmə] VB trans

rumour

[常作被动语态] 谣传 yáochuán

It is rumoured that he died of a strange disease.

谣传他死于一种奇怪的疾病。

rumour mill, rumor mill Am N

rumour mill

谣言工厂 yáoyán gōngchǎng

Usage examples with rumours

You did her a great disservice spreading such rumours.

你散布这样的谣言对她造成了很大的损害。

Monolingual examples (not verified by PONS Editors)

English

The foetus had an unusual appearance, giving rise to rumours of its extraterrestrial origin.

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This led to the circulation of rumours that the games were jinxed.

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Following the half-year results, rumours emerged that part of the bank is up for sale.

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Furthermore, the countryside was filled with rumours regarding the harshness of collective farm life.

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Several investigations were conducted into the rumours and proved them to be unfounded.

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At the time there were unfounded rumours circulating in the industry that he might quit television for good.

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It's the most dreaded day of the year, particularly for tech bloggers who have to be extra-watchful for spurious rumours and chancers' product announcements.

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There have even been suggestions that he overvalues it -- rumours have mentioned his newly jet-black hair, chiseled jay and fairer skin.

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Granny has done little to discourage these rumours.

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Price tag attacks could, furthermore, also be triggered purely on the basis of an announcement of government measures or by rumours of an imminent evacuation.

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