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decir - to say, to tell

Spanish word · no. 33 by frequency

decir

/ðeˈsiɾ/verb

to say, to tell

Expresar algo con palabras a otra persona.

Forms: decir - dijo - dicho

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Other meanings

  1. To state or give an opinion about something.Afirmar u opinar algo.
  2. To indicate or show something, like a text or a sign.Indicar o mostrar algo, como un texto o un cartel.
  3. To call or name in a certain way.Llamar o nombrar de cierta manera.

Example sentences

Written for learners to show how the word is used - not quotes from films.

  1. Quiero decirte una cosa.I want to tell you something.
  2. No sé qué decir.I don't know what to say.
  3. Es difícil decir adiós.It's hard to say goodbye.

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