Digan (en. Say)

/diˈɡan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Indicates an action of communicating information or expressing something.
I hope they say the truth at the meeting.
Espero que digan la verdad en la reunión.
It is used to express a desire about what others should say.
I want them to say how they feel.
Quiero que digan cómo se sienten.
It is used in contexts where others are required to make a statement.
If they say their opinion, we can make a better decision.
Si ellos digan su opinión, podremos tomar una mejor decisión.

Etymology

From the Latin verb 'dicere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

let them say what they want
Expression indicating that free expression is allowed even if opinions differ.
que digan lo que quieran
say what they say
Phrase used to introduce an opinion that may be contrary to what others think.
digan lo que digan

Related Words

say
To communicate information or an opinion.
decir
said
Expression or phrase that has been said.
dicho
speaker
Person who says or expresses something.
decidor

Slang Meanings

Speak without a filter
Sometimes, when in a group, they say what they think, without fear.
A veces, cuando están en grupo, digan lo que piensan, sin miedo.
Give a strong opinion
In the meeting, everyone say what they think, hold nothing back.
En la junta, todos digan lo que piensan, no se guardan nada.