Translation of Romanian word "minciună" to English
minciună
/min.tʃiˈunə/
Meaning
NounA false statement made with the intent to deceive; an untruth.
How to use
Feminine noun. Commonly used with the verb 'a spune' (to tell). Common vocabulary item used in everyday spoken and written Romanian across formal and informal registers.
🇬🇧 English
lie
Example
Minciuna a fost atinsă de bătaia balonului.
The lie was hit by the ball's impact.
A mințit despre vârsta ei.
She lied about her age.
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Common phrases
- a spune o minciună— to tell a lie
- minciună sfruntată— blatant lie, barefaced lie
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What does the Romanian word "minciună" mean?▼
The Romanian word "minciună" means "lie" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Minciuna a fost atinsă de bătaia balonului." (which translates as "The lie was hit by the ball's impact.").
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