Decimos (en. We say)

/deˈsimos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
A way to communicate something verbally.
In the meeting, we say what we think about the project.
En la reunión, decimos lo que pensamos sobre el proyecto.
To express a thought or a statement.
We say that the weather is changing.
Decimos que el tiempo está cambiando.
To reveal information or a truth.
We always tell the truth, no matter the consequences.
Decimos siempre la verdad, sin importar las consecuencias.

Etymology

From Latin 'dicere', which means 'to say'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

we tell the truth
To express facts or statements that are true.
decimos la verdad
we say yes
To affirm that one accepts or agrees with something.
decimos que sí
we say goodbye
To express a farewell.
decimos adiós

Related Words

to say
A verb that expresses the action of communicating something.
decir
saying
A noun form that refers to an expression or phrase that is said.
dicho
decision
A choice or determination made after considering different options.
decisión

Slang Meanings

We agree.
When we say that we say, it’s because we are all on the same page.
Cuando decimos que decimos, es porque estamos todos en la misma página.
What is said among friends.
In the group, we say things that only friends would understand.
En el grupo, decimos cosas que solo los amigos entenderían.