What is another word for am led to believe?
Pronunciation: [am lˈɛd tə bɪlˈiːv] (IPA) 
The phrase "am led to believe" is commonly used to indicate that the speaker has received information that they believe to be true, but for which they may not have direct evidence. Synonyms for this phrase include "understand," "hear," "assume," "believe," "gather," and "suppose." These all convey a sense of having received information secondhand and forming an opinion about it based on other factors. Other similar phrases include "rumor has it," "word on the street," and "so I've heard." It is important to remember that when using these phrases, the information may not be entirely reliable, and it is always a good idea to verify the information before acting on it.
