says
word · lemma: say
/ˈsɛz/, /ˈsɪz/
SEZ
/sˈɛz/
SEZ
Definition
To express something using words, either spoken or written. 'Says' is the third person singular form of 'say', used with he, she, or it.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in reported speech or when repeating what someone else has expressed. Formality is neutral and suitable in most contexts. Often used with phrases like 'he says', 'she says' in storytelling or quoting. Learners may confuse 'says' with 'said', which is past tense.
Spanish: dicePortuguese (BR): dizPortuguese (PT): dizChinese (Simplified): 说Chinese (Traditional): 說Hindi: कहता हैArabic: يقولBengali: বলেRussian: говоритJapanese: 言うVietnamese: nóiKorean: 말하다Turkish: der - söylüyorUrdu: کہتا ہے - کہتی ہےIndonesian: mengatakan - bilang
Example Sentences
He says he is tired.
basic
She says hello to everyone.
basic
John says it will rain today.
basic
What do you think she says about this?
natural
He always says the funniest things.
natural
She says she’ll call you later.
natural