say

US /seɪ/
UK /seɪ/
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1.

dire, exprimer

utter words so as to convey information, an opinion, or a feeling; express in words

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He didn't say anything.
Il n'a rien dit.
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What did you say?
Qu'as-tu dit ?
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speakutterexpressstatedeclare
2.

signifier, indiquer

have a particular meaning or message

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What does this paragraph say?
Que dit ce paragraphe ?
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The sign says 'No Parking'.
Le panneau dit 'Interdit de stationner'.
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meanindicateshowimplysuggest
1.

mot à dire, avis

an opportunity to state one's opinion or to influence a decision

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Everyone should have their say in the matter.
Chacun devrait avoir son mot à dire dans l'affaire.
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She had no say in the decision.
Elle n'a eu aucun mot à dire dans la décision.
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voiceinputopinioninfluencecontrol
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