ˈdire

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Translation

to say, to tell

Word origin

From Latin dicere ('to say').

Origin
Latin
Root
dicere
English cognates
diction, dictate

Grammar

Verb type-ire irregular

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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