言い伝える

Meaning

1. v1vt
   to hand down (a story, legend, etc.); to pass on (to the next generation)
2. v1vt
   to spread (a rumor, news, etc.); to circulate
3. v1vt
   to send word; to pass on (a message)

Example sentences

• この湖についての不思議な伝説が言い伝えられている。

  A mysterious legend has been handed down about this lake.

• ただの言い伝えさ。

  It's just a saying.