noun
Refers to unverified talk or gossip circulating among people. Less common than 噂 (うわさ) in everyday speech.
その評説はすぐに広まった。
That rumor spread quickly.
noun
Used for written or spoken analysis, evaluation, or critical commentary, often in journalistic or academic contexts.
新聞に映画の評説が載っていた。
A review of the movie appeared in the newspaper.