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How to pronounce say
Say it like this: /seɪ/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does say mean?
verbTo pronounce.
“Please say your name slowly and clearly.”
To recite.
“Martha, will you say the Pledge of Allegiance?”
To tell, either verbally or in writing.
“I want to say I’m sorry for yesterday. — It’s okay, Anna.”
nounA chance to speak; the right or power to influence or make a decision.
“The local government did not have much say in the matter.”
advFor example; let us assume.
“Pick a color you think they'd like, say, peach.”
intjUsed to gain someone's attention before making an inquiry or suggestion
“Say, what did you think about the movie?”
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