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bulos
/ˈbu.los/
rumors or false information
Los bulos en redes sociales pueden causar pánico.
Rumors on social media can cause panic.
informal
False or unverified information spread as if it were true, often causing confusion or alarm.
Circulaban bulos sobre un brote de enfermedad en la ciudad.
Rumors about an outbreak of disease in the city were circulating.
Commonly used in contexts where misinformation spreads quickly, especially online.
Collocations
esparcir bulosto spread rumorscreer bulosto believe rumors
Antonyms
Pro Tip
Context Matters
Bulos are often spread in social media or during crises, so be cautious with unverified information.
Word Origin
Derived from the Spanish verb 'bulir' (to deceive), related to the idea of spreading false information.
Usage Notes
Often used in the plural ('bulos') to refer to multiple instances of false information.
Diccionario Español-Inglés