das Gerücht
Translation
rumor, gossip, hearsay
Examples
Es geht das Gerücht, dass er kündigen will.
There's a rumor going around that he wants to quit.
Glaube nicht jedem Gerücht.
Don't believe every rumor.
Grammar Patterns
a rumor about sb./sth. There is a rumor about the new boss.
to spread a rumor She spread the rumor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Gerede (talk), Klatsch (gossip)
Etymology
Related to the verb 'rufen' (to call, to shout). A 'Gerücht' is something that is 'called' or shouted around.
Memory Tips
Imagine people 'rufen' (shouting) news from the rooftops, which turns into a rumor.