といわれている
Meanings
- It is said that
- It is known as
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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
This medicine is said to work quickly.
It is said that the cost of living in Tokyo is high.
That movie is said to be interesting.
He is said to be a famous actor.
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