say

B2
Pronunciation
/seΙͺ/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

A chance to speak; the right or power to influence or make a decision.

2 Definition

A type of fine cloth similar to serge.

3 Definition

Trial by sample; assay; specimen.

4 Definition

Tried quality; temper; proof.

5 Definition

Essay; trial; attempt.

6 Definition

A strainer for milk.

Verb
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

To pronounce.

Example Sentences
  • Please say your name slowly and clearly.
2 Definition

To recite.

Example Sentences
  • Martha, will you say the Pledge of Allegiance?
3 Definition

To tell, either verbally or in writing.

Example Sentences
  • He said he would be here tomorrow.
4 Definition

To indicate in a written form.

Example Sentences
  • The sign says it’s 50 kilometres to Paris.
5 Definition

To have a common expression; used in singular passive voice or plural active voice to indicate a rumor or well-known fact.

Example Sentences
  • They say "when in Rome, do as the Romans do", which means "behave as those around you do."
6 Definition

Suppose, assume; used to mark an example, supposition or hypothesis.

Example Sentences
  • A holiday somewhere warm – Florida, say – would be nice.
7 Definition

To speak; to express an opinion; to make answer; to reply.

8 Definition

(of a possession, especially money) To bet as a wager on an outcome; by extension, used to express belief in an outcome by the speaker.

9 Definition

To try; to assay.

Adverb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

For example; let us assume.

Example Sentences
  • He was driving pretty fast, say, fifty miles per hour.
Interjection
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Used to gain someone's attention before making an inquiry or suggestion

Example Sentences
  • Say, what did you think about the movie?