Gerüchten
Gerüchten is the dative plural form of the German noun Gerücht, meaning rumor. The word appears in expressions such as in Gerüchten zufolge, which translates to according to rumors. In German, Gerücht has the nominative and accusative plural Gerüchte, while the dative plural is Gerüchten. This form is commonly used when the noun stands as an indirect object or in fixed phrases that require the dative case.
Etymology and usage: Gerücht derives from Germanic roots and has long been used to describe informal, unverified
Social and communicative role: Rumors function as a social phenomenon, emerging especially in periods of uncertainty
Impact and management: Handling Gerüchte involves verification, sourcing of reliable information, and transparent communication from authorities