Meaning & Definition of Said in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: to utter a sound or a series of sounds to convey meaning.

  Example Sentence: She said she would be late.

• Definition: to convey information or opinions.

  Example Sentence: He said that he liked the movie.

• Definition: used to refer to a previously mentioned or implied subject.

  Example Sentence: The said document must be submitted.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English, from Old English 'sǣdan'; akin to Old High German 'sāgan'

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• that said: used to introduce a statement that contrasts with what was just said.
• as said before: referring back to a previous statement or declaration.
• spoken said: to emphasize that the spoken word is to be taken seriously.

Translations

• Spanish: dicho

• French: dit

• German: gesagt

• Russian: сказанный

Related Words

• say: to utter words so as to convey information, an opinion, or a belief.

• saying: a phrase or expression that conveys a commonly held truth.

• sayer: one who speaks or declares.

Slang Meanings of said

• Meaning: said it

  Example Sentence: When she said it, I couldn't believe my ears.

• Meaning: so said

  Example Sentence: He’s the boss, and so said his word is final.