English–French

“say” in French

French

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Pronunciation

IPA/diʁ/

Example

Je dis toujours la vérité.

I always tell the truth.

Illustration for dire (say)

How to say “say” in French

“Say” in French is dire.

A speaker puts a thought or piece of information into words for another person.

Full entry for dire: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with dire

Je dis que je viendrai.

I say that I will come.

Tips for using dire

  • Dire takes the recipient with à, as in dire quelque chose à quelqu'un.

Other French words for “say”

Il n'a proféré aucun mot pendant la réunion.

He did not say a single word during the meeting.

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