I'd say Meaning in English
expression · lemma: say
ˈaɪd/ /ˈseɪ
EYD-SAY
aɪd/ /sˈeɪ
EYD-SAY
Definition
A phrase used to give your opinion, suggestion, or estimate, often to sound polite or less direct.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and common in spoken English. Softens opinions or guesses, often at the start of sentences. Similar to 'I think', but less direct.
Spanish: yo diríaPortuguese (BR): eu diriaPortuguese (PT): eu diriaChinese (Simplified): 我觉得 - 我认为Chinese (Traditional): 我覺得 - 我認為Hindi: मैं कहूँगाArabic: أود أن أقولBengali: আমার মনে হয় - আমি বলবRussian: я бы сказалJapanese: 私ならこう言います - 私ならVietnamese: theo tôi - tôi nghĩKorean: 제가 보기엔 - 제 생각엔Turkish: bence - bana sorarsanUrdu: میری رائے میں - میں کہوں گاIndonesian: menurut saya - saya kira
Example Sentences
I'd say this is the best choice.
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I'd say it costs about $50.
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I'd say she's quite friendly.
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I'd say you're right on this one.
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If you ask me, I'd say just go for it.
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It's not perfect, but I'd say it's good enough.
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