noun
verbal message; word from someone
Refers to a spoken message passed from one person to another, often through an intermediary. Distinct from 伝言 (でんごん), which can be written or oral.
See also: 伝言 (でんごん)
彼からつてことでもうすぐ着くって。
I got word from him that he'll be here soon.
お母さんからつてこと、買い物を頼まれた。
I received a message from my mother asking me to do the shopping.
noun
Used for unverified information passed by word of mouth. Often implies the information may not be reliable.
つてことでは、あの店はもうすぐ閉まるらしい。
Rumor has it that shop is closing soon.