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Say

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言う (いう), 述べる (のべる), 告げる (つげる), 話す (はなす), 指摘する (してきする), 叫ぶ (さけぶ)

Betekenissen van Say in het Japans

言う (いう)

Voorbeeld:
He said he would come.
彼は来ると言った。
What did she say?
彼女は何と言った?
Gebruik: informalContext: Used in everyday conversation to express speech or verbal communication.
Opmerking: This is the most common meaning and can be used in various contexts.

述べる (のべる)

Voorbeeld:
She stated her opinion clearly.
彼女は自分の意見を明確に述べた。
The report states the findings.
その報告書は調査結果を述べている。
Gebruik: formalContext: Commonly used in formal writing, speeches, or reports.
Opmerking: This term is more formal and often used in official contexts.

告げる (つげる)

Voorbeeld:
He told me the news.
彼は私にそのニュースを告げた。
Please inform them of the changes.
変更を彼らに告げてください。
Gebruik: formalContext: Used in contexts where information is officially communicated.
Opmerking: This verb emphasizes the act of informing or notifying someone.

話す (はなす)

Voorbeeld:
Can you talk to him?
彼に話してくれますか?
I talked about my experiences.
私は自分の経験について話した。
Gebruik: informalContext: Used when discussing or conversing with someone.
Opmerking: While it can mean 'to say', it is more about the act of conversation.

指摘する (してきする)

Voorbeeld:
He pointed out the mistake.
彼はその間違いを指摘した。
She pointed out the advantages.
彼女は利点を指摘した。
Gebruik: formalContext: Used to indicate or highlight something specific.
Opmerking: This term is often used in discussions or analysis.

叫ぶ (さけぶ)

Voorbeeld:
He shouted for help.
彼は助けを叫んだ。
She shouted his name.
彼女は彼の名前を叫んだ。
Gebruik: informalContext: Used when expressing something loudly or urgently.
Opmerking: This is a more intense form of 'saying' something, often used in urgent situations.

Synoniemen van Say

Tell

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

State

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

Express

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

Mention

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

Declare

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

Uitdrukkingen en veelvoorkomende zinsdelen van Say

Say cheese

This is a phrase used to encourage people to smile when taking a photo.
Voorbeeld: Everyone, say cheese for the camera!
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: If you need help, just say the word and I'll come over.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: Will it rain tomorrow? I can't say for sure.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: His behavior was inappropriate, to say the least.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: You're moving to another country? Say what?
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: He won a scholarship? You don't say!
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: What do you say? Say the magic word!
Opmerking: It involves prompting someone to use polite language in making a request, rather than just stating a command.

Dagelijkse (slang) uitdrukkingen van Say

Say no more

Used to indicate understanding or agreement without needing further explanation.
Voorbeeld: A: I'll take care of it. B: Say no more.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: A: Let's meet at 7. B: Say less, I'll be there.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: A: You can't do that. B: Says who?
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: A: This movie is great. B: I say it's just okay.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: A: Want some pizza? B: Can't say no to that!
Opmerking: Stronger than just saying 'Yes,' indicating strong positive feelings or enthusiasm.

Say - Voorbeelden

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.

Grammatica van Say

Say - Werkwoord (Verb) / Werkwoord, basisvorm (Verb, base form)
Lemma: say
Vervoegingen
Zelfstandig naamwoord, meervoud (Noun, plural): say
Zelfstandig naamwoord, enkelvoudig of massa (Noun, singular or mass): say
Werkwoord, verleden tijd (Verb, past tense): said
Werkwoord, voltooid deelwoord (Verb, past participle): said
Werkwoord, gerundium of tegenwoordig deelwoord (Verb, gerund or present participle): saying
Werkwoord, 3e persoon enkelvoud tegenwoordige tijd (Verb, 3rd person singular present): says
Werkwoord, basisvorm (Verb, base form): say
Werkwoord, tegenwoordige tijd niet 3e persoon enkelvoud (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): say
Lettergrepen, Woordafbreking en Klemtoon
Say bevat 1 lettergrepen: say
Fonetische transcriptie: ˈsā
say , ˈsā (De rode lettergreep is benadrukt)

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