Make a statement Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To say or write something formally or publicly, often to express an opinion, provide information, or officially clarify a situation.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in formal, legal, or official contexts. Can refer to speaking (in court or to the media) or to releasing written opinions. Also used figuratively: 'make a statement' can mean to show a strong personal style or attitude, e.g., with fashion.
Spanish: hacer una declaración - dar una declaraciónPortuguese (BR): fazer uma declaração - prestar um depoimentoPortuguese (PT): fazer uma declaração - prestar um depoimentoChinese (Simplified): 做陈述 - 发表声明Chinese (Traditional): 做陳述 - 發表聲明Hindi: बयान देना - वक्तव्य देनाArabic: إدلاء ببيان - إصدار تصريحBengali: বিবৃতি দেওয়া - বক্তব্য রাখাRussian: заявление сделать - высказатьсяJapanese: 声明を出す - 発言するVietnamese: đưa ra tuyên bố - phát biểuKorean: 성명을 발표하다 - 의견을 밝히다Turkish: açıklama yapmak - ifade vermekUrdu: بیان دینا - بیان جاری کرناIndonesian: membuat pernyataan - memberikan pernyataan
Example Sentences
If you disagree, now's the time to make a statement.
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The witness will make a statement to the police.
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She was nervous to make a statement in court.
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The company will make a statement about the news tomorrow.
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She wanted her speech to make a statement and inspire change.
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With that bold dress, she's really making a statement.
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