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Say

seɪ
Ekstremt Almindelig
0 - 100
0 - 100
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Say -

To express something verbally

Eksempel: She said she would come to the party.
Brug: formal/informalSammenhæng: everyday conversations, written communication
Bemærk: One of the most common uses of 'say' to convey information or express thoughts.

To indicate a quote or reported speech

Eksempel: He said, 'I will be there at 3 pm.'
Brug: formalSammenhæng: journalistic writing, academic papers
Bemærk: Used to introduce direct speech or reported statements from someone else.

To communicate through gestures or actions

Eksempel: His smile said more than words could.
Brug: formalSammenhæng: literary works, speeches
Bemærk: Can be used metaphorically to suggest that actions or expressions convey a message.

To suggest or imply

Eksempel: The painting says a lot about the artist's emotions.
Brug: formalSammenhæng: art critiques, literary analysis
Bemærk: Used to discuss the meaning or implications of creative works.

Synonymer for Say

Tell

To communicate information or details to someone.
Eksempel: She told me about her new job.
Bemærk: While 'say' is more general, 'tell' often implies giving information to someone specific.

State

To express something formally or officially.
Eksempel: He stated his opinion on the matter clearly.
Bemærk: Unlike 'say,' 'state' carries a sense of formality or official declaration.

Express

To convey thoughts, feelings, or opinions.
Eksempel: She expressed her gratitude for the help she received.
Bemærk: Express emphasizes the act of conveying emotions or ideas more than just conveying information.

Mention

To refer to something briefly or casually.
Eksempel: He mentioned that he would be late for the meeting.
Bemærk: Mention is often used for bringing something up briefly or in passing.

Declare

To announce something officially or formally.
Eksempel: The president declared that a new policy would be implemented.
Bemærk: Declare is more forceful and official than 'say,' often used for making public statements.

Says udtryk og almindelige sætninger

Say cheese

This is a phrase used to encourage people to smile when taking a photo.
Eksempel: Everyone, say cheese for the camera!
Bemærk: The word 'say' in this phrase is used to prompt an action (smiling) rather than just stating something.

Say the word

This means to make a request or indicate a desire for something.
Eksempel: If you need help, just say the word and I'll come over.
Bemærk: In this context, 'say' is used to convey giving permission or agreement when the word is spoken.

I can't say

This is used when someone is uncertain or doesn't have enough information to give a definite answer.
Eksempel: Will it rain tomorrow? I can't say for sure.
Bemærk: It indicates a lack of certainty or knowledge, different from just stating something as a fact.

Say the least

This expression is used to understate something negative or critical.
Eksempel: His behavior was inappropriate, to say the least.
Bemærk: It implies that the situation is even more extreme or severe than what is being stated.

Say what?

This is a colloquial way of asking someone to repeat or clarify what was just said, often in disbelief or surprise.
Eksempel: You're moving to another country? Say what?
Bemærk: It is an informal expression used in conversational language to seek clarification or express astonishment.

You don't say

This is a response used to show surprise or disbelief at something that was just mentioned.
Eksempel: He won a scholarship? You don't say!
Bemærk: It is a casual way of expressing astonishment, different from directly stating something.

Say the magic word

This is a phrase often used humorously to prompt someone to say 'please' when making a request.
Eksempel: What do you say? Say the magic word!
Bemærk: It involves prompting someone to use polite language in making a request, rather than just stating a command.

Says dagligdags (slang) udtryk

Say no more

Used to indicate understanding or agreement without needing further explanation.
Eksempel: A: I'll take care of it. B: Say no more.
Bemærk: The slang term conveys a sense of immediate understanding compared to simply saying 'I understand.'

Say less

Expresses agreement, understanding, or confirmation with the preceding statement.
Eksempel: A: Let's meet at 7. B: Say less, I'll be there.
Bemærk: Equivalent to saying 'I agree' or 'I understand,' but in a more informal and concise way.

Says who?

Expresses disbelief or challenges the authority or truth of a statement.
Eksempel: A: You can't do that. B: Says who?
Bemærk: The slang term questions the credibility or source of information compared to a simple 'Who says?'

I say

Used to express personal opinion or disagreement with a statement.
Eksempel: A: This movie is great. B: I say it's just okay.
Bemærk: Adds emphasis to the speaker's opinion or viewpoint compared to saying 'I think' or 'in my opinion.'

Can't say no to that

Conveys strong agreement or inability to resist a tempting offer or suggestion.
Eksempel: A: Want some pizza? B: Can't say no to that!
Bemærk: Stronger than just saying 'Yes,' indicating strong positive feelings or enthusiasm.

Say - Eksempler

I say hello to my neighbor every morning.
She always says thank you when someone helps her.
They say that laughter is the best medicine.
He didn't say anything during the meeting.

Says grammatik

Say - Udsagnsord (Verb) / Verbum, grundform (Verb, base form)
Opslagsform: say
Bøjninger
Substantiv, flertal (Noun, plural): say
Substantiv, ental eller masse (Noun, singular or mass): say
Verbum, datid (Verb, past tense): said
Verbum, perfektum participium (Verb, past participle): said
Verbum, gerundium eller præsens participium (Verb, gerund or present participle): saying
Verbum, 3. person ental nutid (Verb, 3rd person singular present): says
Verbum, grundform (Verb, base form): say
Verbum, nutid ikke 3. person ental (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): say
Stavelser, Opdeling og Betoning
Say indeholder 1 stavelser: say
Fonetisk transkription: ˈsā
say , ˈsā (Den røde stavelse er trykbetonet)

Say - Betydning og brugsfrekvens

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