“Rumor has it that” is a common English phrase used when you talk about something people are saying, but you are not 100% sure it is true. It is useful in daily conversations when sharing gossip, news, or unconfirmed information. For example, in an office, you might say, “Rumor has it that the company will hire new employees.” It sounds natural and polite because you are not claiming the information is true. This phrase is very common among friends, at work, and even in casual discussions about celebrities or events.
◎ Important Points
- It is used to share unconfirmed information or gossip.
- It does not mean the information is true.
- Always use “that” after the phrase.
- The verb usually comes in normal sentence form after “that.”
- It is commonly used in casual conversations.
- Do not use it for serious or official communication.
- It makes your English sound more natural and fluent.
➤Key Concept
✅ Sentence Structure: Rumor has it that + Subject + Verb
Example: Rumor has it that he is leaving the company.
This phrase introduces something you heard from others, not something you are sure about.
Tip: Use this phrase to sound more natural in conversations, especially when talking about news or gossip.
➤ Common Mistakes To Avoid
| Common Mistake | Wrong Example | Correct Example |
|---|---|---|
| Missing “that” | Rumor has it he is sick | Rumor has it that he is sick |
| Using “rumors have” | Rumors have it that she left | Rumor has it that she left |
| Wrong verb form | Rumor has it that he go home | Rumor has it that he goes home |
| Using for confirmed facts | Rumor has it that the sun rises in east | The sun rises in the east |
| Adding unnecessary words | Rumor has it that maybe he will come | Rumor has it that he will come |
➤ Examples
- Rumor has it that they are getting married soon.
- Rumor has it that the boss will resign next month.
- Rumor has it that this restaurant is closing.
- Rumor has it that she got a promotion.
- Rumor has it that the movie is very good.
- Rumor has it that he moved to another city.
- Rumor has it that flights will be cheaper next week.
- Rumor has it that the teacher is very strict.
- Rumor has it that they are building a new mall here.
➤ Practice Examples
Fill in the blanks
- Rumor has it ______ he is getting a new job.
- Rumor has it ______ they are shifting houses.
- Rumor has it ______ she is learning French.
- Rumor has it ______ the shop is closing soon.
- Rumor has it ______ he bought a new car.
Change incorrect sentence to correct one
- Rumor has it he is busy.
- Rumors have it that she is sick.
- Rumor has it that he go to office.
- Rumor has it that maybe they will come.
- Rumor has it that sun is hot.
Speak this sentence aloud
- Rumor has it that he is moving abroad.
- Rumor has it that she passed the exam.
- Rumor has it that the meeting is cancelled.
- Rumor has it that they are opening a new branch.
- Rumor has it that he is very rich.
