Decirte (en. Tell you)

/deˈsir.te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To express something to someone.
I want to tell you that I am here for you.
Quiero decirte que estoy aquí para ti.
To communicate information or a message.
It is important to tell you the truth.
Es importante decirte la verdad.
To warn or make a recommendation.
I must tell you that it is not safe.
Debo decirte que no es seguro.

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

to tell you the truth
To express reality without deceit.
decirte la verdad
I must tell you
It is used to introduce an important comment.
debo decirte
I want to tell you
Expression that initiates a meaningful communication.
quiero decirte

Related Words

to say
To manifest something through words.
decir
to communicate
To transmit information or ideas.
comunicar
to express
To shape a thought or feeling.
expresar

Slang Meanings

Colloquially, it can be used to emphasize a confession.
I have to tell you something... I like your shoes!
Te tengo que decirte algo... ¡me gustan tus zapatos!
It is used in informal contexts to make a strong statement.
Let me tell you, this is amazing.
Déjame decirte, esto es increíble.