German Word · Intermediate
Gerücht
rumor / rumour
Pronunciation: /ɡəˈʁʏçt/
Meaning
rumor / rumour
Example
Er dementierte die Gerüchte, die über ihn kursieren.
He denied the rumors that have been circulating about him.
Practice tips
- Practice Gerücht out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.