fei1 man4緋聞绯闻
Jyutpingfei1 man4
Yalefēi màhn
Definition
A rumor or scandal about a romantic or sexual relationship between two people.
colloquialpeoplecommunication
How it's used
Focuses specifically on romantic or sexual gossip involving public figures or celebrities. It carries a slightly sensationalist tone, often implying that the news is being circulated by the media or discussed in tabloids. Use it to describe the buzz surrounding a potential couple rather than just private gossip between friends.
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dyun6段dyunhExamples
The two of them have been caught up in romantic rumours lately.
Have you heard about the scandal involving them?
Related words
Common phrases
rumours of an affair break out
to manufacture a scandal
Common mistake
Avoid using this for general gossip or rumours about non-romantic topics like work or money, as it is strictly reserved for romantic or sexual affairs.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
