ˈdire
Translation
to say, to tell
Word origin
From Latin dicere ('to say').
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- dicere
- English cognates
- diction, dictate
Grammar
Irregular verb. A full conjugation table for irregular verbs is coming soon. For now, use a reference like Wordreference or RAE.
Examples
?
What did you say?
Dimmi verità.
Tell me the truth.
ricco.
They say he is very rich.
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