Meaning
rumour, gossip
- unverified information or gossip spread by word of mouth
In a sentence
Non dare retta a quella diceria senza prove.
Don't pay attention to that rumour without evidence.
Chi ha messo in giro queste false dicerie sul suo conto?
Who spread these false rumours about him?
Si tratta solo di una sciocca diceria di paese.
It is merely a foolish village rumour.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| diceria | feminine · singular |
| dicerie | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Often used in the plural (dicerie) to describe general hearsay or false talk.
- Shares roots with 'dire' (to say).