Diríase (en. It would be said)

/diɾiˈase/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
It is used to express uncertainty or supposition about a situation.
It could be said that the meeting was a success.
Podría decirse que la reunión fue un éxito.
Indicates that a statement can be interpreted in various ways.
It would be said that everyone agreed, but there was discord.
Diríase que todos estaban de acuerdo, pero había discordia.

Etymology

From the verb 'decir' in an impersonal form, suggesting an opinion or interpretation.

Common Phrases and Expressions

it would be said that
it is suggested or assumed that
diríase que
one could say
a way of making a supposition
podría diríase
it would be said often
it is frequently mentioned as a way of pointing something out
diríase a menudo

Related Words

say
To express an idea or information.
decir
suppose
To assume something as true without proof.
suponer
interpret
To define or explain the meaning of something.
interpretar

Slang Meanings

Assuming or supposing something lightly.
It would be said that the new restaurant is the best in town.
Diríase que el nuevo restaurante es el mejor de la ciudad.
Used in casual conversations to avoid committing to a statement.
It would be said that they are going to close the store, but there is no confirmation.
Diríase que van a cerrar la tienda, pero no hay confirmación.