Ichidan verb, Transitive verb
to hand down (a story, legend, etc.); to pass on (to the next generation)
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. to spread (a rumor, news, etc.); to circulate
to send word; to pass on (a message)
Also written 言伝える【いいつたえる】