波は紋もんを呼よぶ

expression, godan verb (-bu)

cause a stir; have repercussions; generate controversy

Idiomatic expression meaning to create a ripple effect of reactions, often in social or political contexts. Used when an action or statement leads to widespread discussion, criticism, or consequences.

• 彼かれの発はつ言げんは大おおきな波は紋もんを呼よんだ。

  His remarks caused a major stir.

• その政せい策さく変へん更こうは国こく際さい社しゃ会かいに波は紋もんを呼よんでいる。

  The policy change is having repercussions in the international community.