“Dubious tale” in Japanese
Short answer
Dubious tale in Japanese is “眉唾” (mayutsuba). Full meaning: dubious tale, cock-and-bull story, questionable information; taking care not to be fooled.
Other ways to say “Dubious tale” in Japanese
眉唾物
mayutsubamono dubious tale, cock-and-bull story, questionable information
まゆつば
mayutsuba dubious tale, cock-and-bull story, questionable information; taking care not to be fooled
マユツバ
mayutsuba dubious tale, cock-and-bull story, questionable information; taking care not to be fooled
眉ツバ
mayutsuba dubious tale, cock-and-bull story, questionable information; taking care not to be fooled
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