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What does "Through the grapevine" mean?
To hear information or rumors through informal channels rather than from official sources.
When do you use "Through the grapevine"?
This phrase is appropriate when discussing rumors, informal communication, or information that is not verified and has been passed along through various people.
"Through the grapevine" Usage Examples
- I heard through the grapevine that they are planning to move the office next year.
- She found out through the grapevine that her friend was getting married.
- Through the grapevine, I learned that the company is offering a new bonus to employees.
- He didn't officially announce it, but I heard through the grapevine that he got a promotion.
- The news about the merger spread quickly through the grapevine before the management made a formal announcement.
"Through the grapevine" Explained
The phrase 'through the grapevine' originated during the American Civil War, where it referred to the way news and messages were transmitted among soldiers and civilians via informal means, resembling the tangled network of grapevines. Over time, it evolved to signify the informal spread of information, often as gossip.