Cool MateMeaning of Rumour
a piece of information, or a story, that people talk about, but that may not be true
In simple words: A story that people talk about but is not proven to be true.
Rumour in a sentence
- There is a rumour that the company will be announcing layoffs next month.
- The rumour about the celebrity couple breaking up turned out to be false.
- A persistent rumour spread throughout the school that the principal was retiring.
- Rumour has it that the new movie will be a huge hit.
- He refused to believe the rumour until he saw official confirmation.
How to use Rumour
Use 'rumour' in social contexts where gossip or unverified information is discussed. Avoid in formal reports or academic writing.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Sounds like 'roomer' – imagine people whispering secrets in a room.
Related words
Collocations with Rumour
Common mistakes with Rumour
- Confused with ' rumor' in American English; 'rumour' is British English.
- Using 'rumour' as a verb (incorrect); it's only a noun.
- Mistaking 'rumour' for facts; a rumour is not confirmed information.
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Rumour in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
شائعة
قصة الناس يتكلمون عنها بس مو متأكدين إنها صح.
- Bengaliবাংলা
গুজব
এমন একটি গল্প যা নিয়ে মানুষ আলোচনা করে কিন্তু সত্যি বলে প্রমাণিত হয়নি।
- GermanDeutsch
Gerücht
Eine Geschichte, über die die Leute reden, die aber nicht bewiesen ist.
- SpanishEspañol
Rumor
Una historia de la que la gente habla pero no está probada que sea cierta.
- Persianفارسی
شایعه
داستانی که مردم دربارهاش صحبت میکنند اما ثابت نشده که درست باشد.
- FrenchFrançais
Rumeur
Une histoire dont les gens parlent, mais dont on n'a pas prouvé qu'elle était vraie.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अफवाह
एक कहानी जिसके बारे में लोग बात करते हैं लेकिन यह सच साबित नहीं हुई है।
- ItalianItaliano
Voci
Una storia di cui la gente parla ma che non è provato essere vera.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Rumor
Uma história que as pessoas comentam, mas que não se sabe se é verdade.
- RussianРусский
Слух
История, о которой говорят, но которая не доказана как правда.
- Urduاردو
افواہ, افواہیں
ایک ایسی کہانی جس کے بارے میں لوگ بات کرتے ہیں لیکن یہ سچ ثابت نہیں ہوئی ہے۔
- Chinese中文
传闻,谣言
大家议论但没被证实是真的故事。
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Frequently asked questions about Rumour
What does Rumour mean?
A story that people talk about but is not proven to be true.
What is the definition of Rumour?
a piece of information, or a story, that people talk about, but that may not be true
How do you use Rumour in a sentence?
There is a rumour that the company will be announcing layoffs next month.
Can you give another example of Rumour?
The rumour about the celebrity couple breaking up turned out to be false.
What are synonyms for Rumour?
Common alternatives include gossip, tale, scuttlebutt, report, buzz.
What is the opposite of Rumour?
Opposite meanings include fact, truth.
What words go with Rumour?
It commonly pairs with malicious, nasty, scurrilous, start, fuel, spread, circulate, get around, go around, factory, mill, amid rumours, rumour about, rumour concerning, rumour has it that…, there is no truth in the rumour.
What are common mistakes when using Rumour?
Confused with ' rumor' in American English; 'rumour' is British English. Using 'rumour' as a verb (incorrect); it's only a noun. Mistaking 'rumour' for facts; a rumour is not confirmed information.
How do you pronounce Rumour?
US: /["/ˈruːmər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈruːmə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Rumour?
Use 'rumour' in social contexts where gossip or unverified information is discussed. Avoid in formal reports or academic writing.
What CEFR level is Rumour?
"Rumour" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.