expression, i-adjective
you can't control what people say; you can't stop rumors
Proverb meaning that it is impossible to prevent people from talking or spreading gossip; often used to express resignation about rumors.
See also: 人の口
人の口には戸が立てられないから、あまり気にしないほうがいいよ。
You can't control what people say, so it's better not to worry too much.
噂が広まるのは仕方ない。人の口には戸が立てられないからね。
It can't be helped that rumors spread. After all, you can't stop people from talking.