Say

/seɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

an expression of opinion or belief; a statement.

Everyone has a say in the decision-making process.

the act of saying something.

His say on the matter was quite influential.

verb

to express in words; to communicate verbally.

She wanted to say thank you for the help.

to state or declare something.

He didn't say anything about the meeting.

to assert or express an opinion.

I would say that this is the best option available.

to mean or signify.

What do you say we go out for dinner tonight?

From Old English 'secgan', meaning to say, tell, or speak.

Say what?

An expression of disbelief or surprise.

You don't say!

Used to express surprise at something that is said.

It goes without saying

Something that is obvious and doesn't need to be mentioned.

As they say

An expression introducing a common saying or proverb.

If I may say so

A polite way to introduce a personal opinion.

sayer

one who speaks or expresses an opinion

saying

an expression or phrase that is often repeated

dissent

to express disagreement or having a different opinion

spill the tea

Come on, spill the tea about what happened at the party!

say it ain't so

You got fired? Say it ain't so!