also: しゅこう
noun
common talk; talk of the town; words of many people
Refers to what many people are saying; often used in contexts of public opinion or widespread rumor. Somewhat literary.
その噂は衆口に上った。
The rumor became the talk of the town.
衆口一致して彼の勇気を称えた。
With one voice, people praised his courage.
Compound of 衆 (many people) and 口 (mouth), literally 'many mouths', conveying the idea of collective speech or public opinion.