谣
ballad; rumor; surname
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesnoun
ballad; folk song; nursery rhyme
neutralRefers to traditional oral songs passed down among people.
This folk ballad expresses people's longing for their hometown.
The children are singing nursery rhymes in the yard.
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Ancient ballads carry the memories of the nation.
She has collected many folk ballads with local characteristics.
The melody of this nursery rhyme is very lively.
noun
rumor; unfounded story; hearsay
neutralOften carries a negative connotation as it spreads false information.
Don't easily believe the rumors on the internet.
Spreading rumors is an immoral act.
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These rumors were quickly clarified.
He was criticized for spreading rumors.
We need to learn to distinguish between true and false rumors.
noun
surname Yao
neutralRefers to the Chinese family name Yao.
My head teacher's surname is Yao.
Mr. Yao is a famous historian.
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There are many people with the surname Yao in this village.
Ms. Yao didn't come to work today.
I know a doctor surnamed Yao.