Synonyms for

Say

Verb / seɪ / Another word for say — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to express or communicate something using words

Synonyms & similar words

enjoin pronounce enunciate suppose tell allege aver read articulate soundout state order enounce tell speak declare state announce voice utter express articulate verbalize mention communicate convey reveal disclose assert proclaim profess enunciate pronounce

Synonyms by register

Formal

state declare articulate utter

Informal

tell chat gab spill the beans

Literary

proclaim vocalize expound

Antonyms

be silent keep quiet hold one's tongue refrain from speaking conceal suppress

Common collocations

  • say hello
  • say goodbye
  • say sorry
  • say please
  • say thank you
  • say nothing
  • say yes
  • say no

Word family

noun saying
verb say

Usage note

The verb 'say' is very common and can be used in almost any context. Be mindful of its directness; more formal synonyms might be appropriate in professional settings.

Example sentences

  1. I say thank you to my parents when they give me something.
  2. She says she's going to the park with her friends today.
  3. The teacher says we have a quiz on Friday.
  4. He says he likes to eat pizza for dinner.
  5. They say that it's going to be a hot day tomorrow.

Quotes

  • It's not what you say out of your mouth that determines your life, it's what you whisper to yourself that has the most power! - Robert T. Kiyosaki
  • What you say sticks with you, but what you don't say sticks with everyone else. - Unknown
  • Speak the truth, even if your voice shakes. - Unknown

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