say

US /seɪ/
UK /seɪ/
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1.

zeggen, uitspreken

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

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He didn't say anything.
Hij zei niets.
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What did you say?
Wat zei je?
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speakutterexpressstatedeclare
2.

betekenen, inhouden

have a particular meaning or message

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What does this paragraph say?
Wat zegt deze paragraaf?
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The sign says 'No Parking'.
Het bord zegt 'Verboden te parkeren'.
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meanindicateshowimplysuggest
1.

zegje, inspraak

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

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Everyone should have their say in the matter.
Iedereen moet zijn zegje doen in de kwestie.
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She had no say in the decision.
Ze had geen inspraak in de beslissing.
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voiceinputopinioninfluencecontrol
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