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Say
seɪ
极其常见
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说, 表示, 宣称, 让, 意思是

Say 的含义在中文中

“Say”是英语中一个常用的动词,主要意思是“说”或“表达”。它可以用于多种语境,适用于日常对话、正式场合、书面表达等。

使用场景

  1. 日常对话:在日常交流中,"say"常用于传达信息或表达观点。

    • 例句:She said she would come to the party.(她说她会来参加聚会。)
  2. 引用他人话语:用“say”引述他人的话。

    • 例句:He said, "I am tired."(他说:“我累了。”)
  3. 询问意见或建议:用“say”询问他人的看法。

    • 例句:What do you say about this idea?(你对这个主意怎么看?)
  4. 命令或请求:用“say”表达命令或请求。

    • 例句:Say your name, please.(请说出你的名字。)

常见短语和表达

  • Say hello/goodbye:打招呼/告别

    • 例句:Say hello to your friends for me.(替我向你的朋友们问好。)
  • Say something:说点什么

    • 例句:Don’t be shy, say something!(不要害羞,说点什么!)
  • Let’s say:假设

    • 例句:Let’s say you win the lottery.(假设你中了彩票。)
  • To say the least:至少可以说

    • 例句:It was a difficult task, to say the least.(这是一项困难的任务,至少可以这么说。)

使用注意事项

  • 正式与非正式:在正式场合中,使用“say”时要注意语气和语境,例如在演讲或写作中可能需要更正式的表达方式。

  • 常见错误:学习者可能会将“say”和“tell”混淆。通常“say”后面直接跟内容,而“tell”后面需要加上听者。

    • 例句:She told me a story.(她给我讲了一个故事。) vs. She said a story.(错误用法)

相关词汇

  • 同义词:speak, talk, express
  • 反义词:listen, hear

发音

“Say”的发音为/seɪ/,注意元音的发音较为清晰,尤其是“ay”部分。

语法与词源

“Say”是一个不规则动词,过去式为“said”。其词源可追溯至古英语“secgan”,意为“说”或“讲述”。

Say 的含义在中文中

例子:
She said that she would come.
她说她会来。
What did you say?
你说了什么?
使用: informal语境: Used in everyday conversations to express spoken statements.
笔记: This is the most common usage of 'say' referring to the act of speaking or expressing thoughts verbally.

表示

例子:
His expression says it all.
他的表情表示了一切。
What you say matters.
你所表示的很重要。
使用: formal语境: Used to convey meaning or intention beyond just spoken words.
笔记: In this context, 'say' can imply non-verbal communication or the implications of what is expressed.

宣称

例子:
They say that it will rain tomorrow.
他们宣称明天会下雨。
He says he is the fastest runner.
他宣称自己是最快的跑步者。
使用: informal语境: Used when someone makes a claim or assertion.
笔记: This usage often implies a level of skepticism, as in claiming something that may or may not be true.

例子:
Let me say this.
让我这样说。
I would say he is right.
我会说他是对的。
使用: informal语境: Used to introduce an opinion or perspective.
笔记: This usage is often seen in discussions where someone is about to express their viewpoint.

意思是

例子:
What do you mean to say?
你是什么意思?
This is what I mean to say.
这就是我想说的。
使用: formal/informal语境: Used to clarify meaning or intention behind spoken words.
笔记: This usage helps in understanding the deeper meaning behind someone's words.

Say的同义词

Tell

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

State

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

Express

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

Mention

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

Declare

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

Say的表达方式,常用短语

Say cheese

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

Say的日常(俚语)表达

Say no more

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

Say - 例子

I say hello to my neighbor every morning.
我每天早上向我的邻居问好。
She always says thank you when someone helps her.
她总是在有人帮助她时谢谢。
They say that laughter is the best medicine.
他们笑声是最好的良药。
He didn't say anything during the meeting.
他在会议期间没有任何话。

Say的语法

Say - 动词 (Verb) / 动词,原形 (Verb, base form)
词元: say
变位
名词,复数 (Noun, plural): say
名词,单数或不可数 (Noun, singular or mass): say
动词,过去时 (Verb, past tense): said
动词,过去分词 (Verb, past participle): said
动词,动名词或现在分词 (Verb, gerund or present participle): saying
动词,第三人称单数现在时 (Verb, 3rd person singular present): says
动词,原形 (Verb, base form): say
动词,非第三人称单数现在时 (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): say
音节、划分和重音
Say 包含1个音节: say
音标: ˈsā
say , ˈsā (红色音节是重读的)

Say - 重要性和使用频率

词频和重要性指数显示一个词在特定语言中出现的频率。 数字越小,词语使用频率越高。 最常用的词通常在1到4000之间。
Say: 0 - 100 (极其常见).
这个重要性指数帮助你在语言学习过程中集中于最有用的词语。
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