Cool MateMeaning of Rumor
A story or statement that is circulated without confirmation.
In simple words: A story or news that might not be true.
Rumor in a sentence
- There's a rumor going around that the company is downsizing.
- She tried to dismiss the rumor as just gossip.
- The rumor spread quickly among the students.
- He said it was just a rumor and shouldn't be taken seriously.
- Rumors about the celebrity's relationship were everywhere.
How to use Rumor
Use 'rumor' in conversations or writing about unconfirmed information but avoid in formal reports or academic writing.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'rumor' as a 'room' where stories spread quickly.
Related words
Collocations with Rumor
- spread a rumor
- confirm a rumor
- hear a rumor
- deny a rumor
- circulate a rumor
Common mistakes with Rumor
- Confused with 'rumours' in British English vs 'rumors' in American English.
- Using it as a verb (e.g., 'to rumor') instead of a noun.
- Confusing 'hearsay' with 'rumor' without understanding nuance.
Rumor appears in
Rumor in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
شائعة
قصة أو خبر ممكن ما يكون صحيح.
- Bengaliবাংলা
গুজব
এমন একটি গল্প বা খবর যা সত্যি নাও হতে পারে।
- GermanDeutsch
Gerücht
Eine Geschichte oder Neuigkeit, die vielleicht nicht stimmt.
- SpanishEspañol
Rumor
Una historia o noticia que podría no ser cierta.
- Persianفارسی
شایعه
داستان یا خبری که ممکن است درست نباشد.
- FrenchFrançais
Rumeur
Une histoire ou une nouvelle qui n'est peut-être pas vraie.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अफवाह
एक ऐसी कहानी या खबर जो शायद सच न हो।
- ItalianItaliano
Voci, pettegolezzi
Una storia o una notizia che potrebbe non essere vera.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Rumor
Uma história ou notícia que pode não ser verdade.
- RussianРусский
Слух
История или новость, которая может быть неправдой.
- Urduاردو
افواہ, چرچا
کوئی ایسی بات یا خبر جو شاید سچی نہ ہو۔
- Chinese中文
传闻
可能不属实的故事或消息。
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Frequently asked questions about Rumor
What does Rumor mean?
A story or news that might not be true.
What is the definition of Rumor?
A story or statement that is circulated without confirmation.
How do you use Rumor in a sentence?
There's a rumor going around that the company is downsizing.
Can you give another example of Rumor?
She tried to dismiss the rumor as just gossip.
What are synonyms for Rumor?
Common alternatives include gossip, hearsay, tale, legend, scuttlebutt.
What is the opposite of Rumor?
Opposite meanings include fact, truth, reality.
What words go with Rumor?
It commonly pairs with spread a rumor, confirm a rumor, hear a rumor, deny a rumor, circulate a rumor.
What are common mistakes when using Rumor?
Confused with 'rumours' in British English vs 'rumors' in American English. Using it as a verb (e.g., 'to rumor') instead of a noun. Confusing 'hearsay' with 'rumor' without understanding nuance.
How do you pronounce Rumor?
US: //ˈrumər//, UK: //ˈruːmə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Rumor?
Use 'rumor' in conversations or writing about unconfirmed information but avoid in formal reports or academic writing.
What CEFR level is Rumor?
"Rumor" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.