杜撰
How to Say
👀 0
How to Write
Meaning: fabricate
How to Understand
杜撰
杜撰 means to fabricate or invent something without basis. It often carries a negative connotation, implying that the information is made up or not true.
The character 杜 (dù) originally meant 'to prevent' or 'to block,' while 撰 (zhuàn) means 'to compose' or 'to write.' Together, they suggest creating something falsely or in an exaggerated way, as if blocking out truth and replacing it with fiction.
杜撰 is commonly used in contexts where someone is accused of making up stories or facts. It's often found in news, literature, or debates, emphasizing the lack of authenticity in a claim or narrative.
Example Sentences
他这个故事完全是杜撰的，没有任何事实依据。
His story is entirely fabricated, with no factual basis.
这篇报道里的内容很多都是杜撰的，不能相信。
Much of the content in this report is fabricated, so it shouldn't be trusted.