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to say
01
dizer, falar
to use words and our voice to show what we are thinking or feeling
Transitive: to say that
Exemplos
He was saying that he wanted to quit his job and travel the world.
Ele dizia que queria deixar o seu emprego e viajar pelo mundo.
She is saying that she needs some space to think.
Ela diz que precisa de um pouco de espaço para pensar.
1.1
dizer, afirmar
used to talk about something that is reported or people believe is true
Exemplos
The author is said to be working on a sequel to the best-selling novel.
Diz-se que o autor está trabalhando em uma sequência do romance best-seller.
The company is said to be expanding its operations to several new countries.
Diz-se que a empresa está expandindo suas operações para vários novos países.
1.2
indicar, especificar
(of a text or visual representation) to provide specific information or directions
Transitive: to say a piece of information | to say to do sth | to say that
Exemplos
The contract does n't say anything about bonuses.
O contrato não diz nada sobre bônus.
The label on the bottle says to shake well before using.
O rótulo na garrafa diz para agitar bem antes de usar.
1.3
expressar, comunicar
to convey information, thoughts, or feelings indirectly, such as by gestures or expressions
Transitive: to say sth | to say that
Exemplos
Her smile said everything.
O sorriso dela dissia tudo.
The subtle changes in his tone of voice said more than his actual words.
As mudanças sutis no tom de sua voz disseraM mais do que suas palavras reais.
1.4
dizer, rezar
to utter the words or phrases of a prayer, speech, etc., particularly one learned earlier
Transitive: to say predetermined words
Exemplos
He said the Lord's Prayer before going to bed.
Ele disse a Oração do Senhor antes de dormir.
I say the Serenity Prayer every morning to start my day.
Eu digo a Oração da Serenidade todas as manhãs para começar o meu dia.
1.5
indicar, marcar
(of a watch or clock) to show a particular time
Transitive: to say a time
Exemplos
The clock in the car said one minute to seven in the evening.
O relógio no carro marcava um minuto para as sete da noite.
The clock on the wall says a quarter past twelve.
O relógio na parede marca um quarto depois do meio-dia.
02
dizer, expressar
to express one's point of view or opinion on something
Transitive: to say that
Exemplos
I have to say that I disagree with your assessment of the situation.
Eu tenho que dizer que discordo da sua avaliação da situação.
I say we invest in a new marketing campaign to boost sales.
Eu digo que investimos em uma nova campanha de marketing para aumentar as vendas.
03
digamos, suponhamos
to suggest an example or assume something to be the case
Transitive: to say that | to say sth
Exemplos
Let 's say we buy a new car, what factors should we consider before making the purchase?
Digamos que compramos um carro novo, que fatores devemos considerar antes de fazer a compra?
Say we have a deadline of two weeks, how much progress do you think we can make by then?
Digamos que temos um prazo de duas semanas, quanto progresso você acha que podemos fazer até lá?
Say
01
voz, direito de opinar
the right or chance to give an opinion about something
Exemplos
The committee gave everyone a say in the decision-making process to ensure all viewpoints were considered.
O comitê deu a todos uma voz no processo de tomada de decisão para garantir que todos os pontos de vista fossem considerados.
Employees appreciated having a say in the new company policies that would affect their daily routines.
Os funcionários apreciaram ter voz nas novas políticas da empresa que afetariam suas rotinas diárias.
say
01
used to draw attention to a remark or comment
Dialect
American
AmericanExemplos
Say, did you hear the news about the festival?
Say, what do you think of this idea?
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said
saying
unsay
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