Definition
沸沸扬扬 (fèi fèi yáng yáng) is a chengyu meaning 'abuzz, in a state of widespread discussion or rumor'. It literally describes water boiling and bubbling, and is used figuratively for a situation where many people are talking about something noisily and excitedly, often with a sense of controversy or gossip.
idiom
abuzzin a state of widespread discussion or rumor
Examples
- 沸沸扬扬。Zhè jiàn shì zài gōngsī lǐ bèi yìlùn de fèi fèi yáng yáng.This matter is being discussed heatedly in the company.
- 沸沸扬扬，。Nà ge xiāoxi chuán de fèi fèi yáng yáng, dàjiā dōu zhīdào le.That news spread like wildfire, and everyone knows about it.
- 沸沸扬扬。Wǎngshàng guānyú zhège shìjiàn tǎolùn de fèi fèi yáng yáng.Online discussions about this incident are in full swing.
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