Dices (en. You say)

/ˈdi.ses/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

verb

To indicate or express something with words.

You say that you are going to be late.

Tú dices que vas a llegar tarde.

To affirm or declare something.

She says that she doesn't like chocolate.

Ella dice que no le gusta el chocolate.

To manifest an opinion or advice.

You always tell the truth.

Siempre dices la verdad.

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

you say what you think

You express your thoughts or ideas clearly.

dices lo que piensas

you say and do

You refer to someone who keeps their word.

dices y haces

you say yes

You indicate that you are giving an affirmative response.

dices que sí

to say

To express something in words.

decir

words

Units of language that have meaning.

palabras

comment

Observation or noting about something.

comentario

To talk or chat in a more informal tone.

When you say that, it seems like you are joking.

Cuando dices eso, parece que estás bromeando.

To communicate something quickly or superficially.

You only say that just to say it.

Solo dices eso por decir.