Decirlo (en. Say it)
/deˈsiɾ.lo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To verbally express a thought or feeling.
I can't help but say it, I am very excited.
No puedo dejar de decirlo, estoy muy emocionado.
To reiterate a concept or idea that has already been mentioned.
That is what I wanted to say again.
Eso es lo que quería decirlo de nuevo.
To indicate or point out something explicitly.
It is necessary to say it clearly to avoid confusion.
Es necesario decirlo claramente para evitar confusiones.
Etymology
From the verb 'decir' and the pronoun 'lo'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
say it lightly
To speak without due care or without thinking about the consequences.
decirlo a la ligera
say it clearly
To express something in a comprehensible manner and without ambiguity.
decirlo con claridad
say it to someone
To inform or tell something to another person.
decírselo a alguien
Related Words
declare
To make a formal statement about something.
declarar
explain
To clarify or make an idea or situation understandable.
explicar
communication
The act of transmitting information between individuals.
comunicación
Slang Meanings
Say it like it is
When I'm angry, I always say things as they are.
Cuando estoy enojado, siempre digo las cosas como son.
Say it bluntly
She always speaks honestly, she doesn't know how to say it carefully.
Ella siempre habla con sinceridad, no sabe decirlo con cuidado.