醜聞

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 醜聞 is read as しゅうぶん and means a scandal.
• Basic usage: It refers to a scandal, including one concealed by a public figure or spread without grounds.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Trying to hide a scandal
  • 醜聞: The politician in the story tried to hide a scandal. Example: 物語の政治家は醜聞を隠そうとした。
• An unfounded scandal spreading
  • 醜聞: An unfounded scandal spread and hurt even the family. Example: 根拠のない醜聞が広まり、家族まで傷ついた。