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Definition of said - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
communicationmentioned earlier in the text or conversation
- The said document was signed yesterday.
- The said terms are non-negotiable.
- Refer to the said paragraph for details.
Expressions with said
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no more explanation is needed
The movie was amazing, enough said.
nothing more needs to be said
The movie was amazing, nuff said.!
showed feelings or thoughts clearly without words
Her face said a lot when she saw the surprise.
express strong agreement with what someone just said
"This weather is awful." "You've said it!"
simple to suggest but hard to achieve
Starting a new business is easier said than done.
express one's opinion fully in a discussion or argument
She finally had said her piece during the meeting.
completed or agreed upon
Once the project is said and done, we can relax.
positive aspect or advantage
There is something to be said for working from home.
used to acknowledge a true statement
"Life is tough." "You said it."
introducing a contrasting statement
The weather was cold. Having said that, we still went for a walk.
less talk helps forget problems quickly
After the argument, he thought, “Least said, soonest forgotten.”
having many reasons supporting it
There is much to be said for this approach.
something is done immediately after it is mentioned
He fixed the issue, no sooner said than done.
used to mock a statement
This is the best movie ever, said no one ever.
used to show a statement is obviously untrue or ridiculous
I love doing homework all weekend, said nobody ever.
better not talk much about something uncomfortable or bad
The less said the better about last night's party.
expresses agreement with a previous statement by a female
"I think we should leave early." "What she said!"
expressed a significant truth or insight
When you said life is unpredictable, you said a mouthful.
introduces a contrasting statement or idea
The weather is bad. That having been said, let's go hiking.
make sure no one can say something bad about someone
Let it never be said I didn't try my best!
used to praise someone's statement
Well said! I completely agree with your point.
refers to the specific words spoken by someone
I remember what Sarah said about the meeting.
expression used to remind someone of what you already mentioned before
Like I said, we can meet tomorrow afternoon instead of today.
reported by others to be in a state
The building is said to be haunted.
Origin of said
Latin, dicere (to say)
Terms with said included in their meaning
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comprehension
understand something that is being said or done
bedtime farewell
words said to someone before going to sleep
communication
indicates not hearing what was said
checking meaning
used to ask if someone has understood what was said
etiquette
said to someone after they sneeze
ask to repeat
requests repetition of something said
repetition
ask someone to repeat what they said
cause and result
used to introduce the result or explanation of what was said
realization
said to show you now understand the reason for something
behavior
be fully serious about words or plans just said
humorous intent
said or done in humor
emotional reaction
emotionally hurt or upset by something said or done
emotion
express disbelief or surprise about something said
not understanding
not understand what is happening or being said
conversation
shows doubt or reconsideration about what was just said
daily talk
said to show things are fine, with nothing seriously wrong
understanding
not understand what was said and seek explanation
general prayer
prayer said in the evening
understand
understood what someone said or meant
emotion
shows disbelief or skepticism about what was just said
conversation
statement used to stress you are serious about what you said
conversation
shows reluctant or uncertain agreement to something said
dating
said when something makes you lose interest or attraction
bad experience
said when something makes an activity less enjoyable
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- French:mentionné, ...
- German:besagt, ...
- Italian:suddetto, ...
- Spanish:dicho, ...
- Portuguese:referido, ...
- Chinese:上述, ...
- Japanese:前述の, ...
- Arabic:المَذْكور, ...
- Hebrew:הָאָמוּר, ...
- Russian:упомянутый, ...
- Ukrainian:згаданий, ...
- Hindi:कहा गया, ...
Definition of say - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
speak aloudtr./intr. pronounce words or soundstr./intr.
- She can say the alphabet backwards.
2.
communicationtr. express in words or writingtr.
- She wanted to say how grateful she was.
3.
opiniontr. express an opinion or replytr.
- I have nothing more to say.
4.
debatetr. assume for the sake of argumenttr.
- Let's say you win the lottery.
5.
rumortr. express a common belief or rumortr.
- They say it's going to rain tomorrow.
6.
technologytr. mention what a device indicatestr.
- The clock says it's noon.
7.
gamblingtr. bet or express belief in an outcometr.
- I'd say he's going to win.
Noun
1.
communicationstatement expressing an opinion or belief
- He always has a say on every topic.
2.
opportunitychance to express an opinion or influence decisions
- Everyone should have a say in the matter.
3.
measurementUK approximate amount or extentUK
- It will cost, say, fifty dollars.
Adverb
1.
approximationused to indicate an approximate amount or time
- The project will take, say, two weeks to complete.
2.
languageused to introduce an example or assumption
- Say you win the lottery, what would you do?
Expressions with say
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remain silent or not speak
When asked about the incident, he chose to say nothing.
ultimate authority to decide or approve
The manager has the final say on all hiring decisions.
used to introduce a suggestion
Let's say we go to the park tomorrow.
ask someone to smile for a photo
The photographer asked everyone to say cheese.
ask someone to repeat what they said
I didn’t hear you. Can you say that again?
used to introduce a common saying or belief
As they say, a stitch in time saves nine.
difficult to determine or express clearly
The outcome of the game is hard to say.
be allowed to express opinions that affect a decision
Do you have any say in where we go for dinner?
contribute opinions in a discussion or meeting
He had some say in the team meeting.
seek clarification about someone's words
What do you mean to say with that comment?
the listener already understands the situation fully
She nodded, indicating no need to say more.
reveal much about a situation or person without many words
Her silence says a lot about her feelings.
express farewell before going to sleep
She went to say goodnight to her parents.
recite prayers as part of a religious practice
Every night, she would say her prayers before bed.
speak appropriately in a given situation
He always knows how to say the right thing.
recite prayers before sleeping or a religious event
Before turning out the lights, say your prayers and thank God for the day.
used to indicate something is believed by others
She is the best chef in town, so they say.
ask if someone is willing to do something
What do you say to going for a walk?
express agreement or compliance with someone's statement
If you think it's best, then whatever you say.
not allowed to give an opinion or make decisions
I have no say in what happens next.
used when something just said is coincidentally relevant
Funny you should say that, I was just thinking the same thing!
expresses that something is obvious or well-known
I hardly need to say that honesty is important.
express an opinion in a decision
Everyone should have a say in the meeting.
express one's opinion or viewpoint in a discussion
During the meeting, everyone had their say.
Origin of say
Old English, secgan (to speak)
Examples of say in a sentence
He can say the poem from memory. He wanted to say something important during the meeting. They say it's going to rain tomorrow. She didn't say much during the discussion. What do you have to say about the new policy? Say the train is late; what would you do?
Let's say the estimate doubles. People say the new restaurant is excellent. They say the movie is a must-watch. The dashboard says the tire pressure is low. What does the thermometer say? I'd say the odds are in our favor. You could say it's a sure bet. She had her say during the meeting. Everyone should have a say in the decision. She finally got her say in the project planning. The committee gave him a say in the final decision. The repairs will take in the say of two weeks. Expect to pay in the say of a hundred dollars. The meeting will start in, say, ten minutes. We need, say, a dozen more volunteers for the event. Say you were offered the job, would you accept? Say it rains tomorrow, will the event be canceled?
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- French:dire, mot à dire, ...
- German:sagen, Meinung, ...
- Italian:dire, parere, ...
- Spanish:decir, opinión, ...
- Portuguese:dizer, opinião, ...
- Chinese:说, 意见, ...
- Japanese:言う, 発言権, ...
- Arabic:نطقَ, رَأْي, ...
- Hebrew:לוֹמַר, אֲמִירָה, ...
- Russian:произнести, мнение, ...
- Ukrainian:вимовляти, думка, ...
- Hindi:बोलना, वक्तव्य, ...
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