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といわれている

Verb (dictionary form) + といわれているNoun + といわれているNa-adjective/ i-adjective + + といわれている (e.g., いい + といわれている)

Meanings

  • It is said that
  • It is known as

About this pattern

Explanation

といわれている is used to report what people say or what is commonly believed about something. It expresses hearsay or a generally held opinion, with a sense of uncertainty or distance from the speaker. It often describes a state that is considered true by many people, even if the speaker hasn’t observed it directly. The speaker attributes the information to others, rather than stating it as a fact. Usage tips: - Use with a quoted phrase or clause in dictionary form after といわれている. - You can attach it to nouns or adjectives to relay what is commonly said about them. - The nuance is less assertive than saying 〜と言われている as a fact; it’s more like “it is said that …” or “people say that …”.

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Example sentences

この薬は早く効くといわれている。

This medicine is said to work quickly.

東京は物価が高いといわれている。

It is said that the cost of living in Tokyo is high.

あの映画は面白いといわれている。

That movie is said to be interesting.

彼は有名な俳優だといわれている。

He is said to be a famous actor.