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say say ★★★★★/se̱d/1[VERB	动词]说；讲 When you say something, you speak words.   [V with quote]  [V that]  [be V-ed to-inf]  [V n to n]  [V n]  [V wh]  [V so]  [Also V to-inf]'I'm sorry,' he said...“对不起，”他说。She said they were very impressed...她说他们被深深打动了。Forty-one people are said to have been seriously hurt...据说 41 人身负重伤。I packed and said goodbye to Charlie...我收拾好行李然后和查利道别。I hope you didn't say anything about Gretchen...我希望你对格蕾琴的事只字未提。You didn't say much when you telephoned...你打电话时没说太多。Did he say where he was going?...他说了要去哪里吗？It doesn't sound exactly orthodox, if I may say so.恕我直言，那听起来不太符合常规。2[VERB	动词](表达观点或陈述事实，否定用法表示婉转暗示某事并非事实)说，表示 You use say in expressions such as I would just like to say to introduce what you are actually saying, or to indicate that you are expressing an opinion or admitting a fact. If you state that you can't say something or you wouldn't say something, you are indicating in a polite or indirect way that it is not the case.   [V that]I would just like to say that this is the most hypocritical thing I have ever heard in my life...我只想说这是我这辈子听说过的最虚伪的事情。I have to say I didn't even know Fox Lane Police Station existed till about four or five years ago...我必须承认直到四五年前我才知道有福克斯巷警察局 。I must say that rather shocked me, too...我得说那也让我相当震惊。Dead? Well, I can't say  I'm sorry.死了？嗯，我不觉得难过。3[VERB	动词]告知；宣称；表明 You can mention the contents of a piece of writing by mentioning what it says or what someone says in it.   [V that]  [V with quote]  [it V with quote]  [V so]The report says there is widespread and routine torture of political prisoners in the country...这份报告称该国一直普遍存在折磨政治犯的现象。Auntie Winnie wrote back saying Mam wasn't well enough to write...温妮姨妈回信说妈妈身体尚未康复，无法写信。You can't have one without the other, as the song says...就像歌里唱的那样，两者密不可分，不能只取其一。'Highly inflammable,' it says on the spare canister...备用罐上写着“高度易燃”。Jung believed that God speaks to us in dreams. The Bible says so too.荣格认为上帝在梦中和我们交谈。圣经上也如是说。4[VERB	动词](自己)想，琢磨；自忖 If you say something to yourself, you think it.   [V to pron-refl with quote]Perhaps I'm still dreaming, I said to myself...也许我还在做梦，我心里想。'Keep your temper,' he said to himself.“别生气，”他暗暗告诉自己。5[N-SING	单数名词]发言权；决定权 If you have a say in something, you have the right to give your opinion and influence decisions relating to it.   [usu a N]You can get married at sixteen, and yet you haven't got a say in the running of the country...你 16 岁时可以结婚，但还无权参与国家政事。The students wanted more say in the government of the university.学生们想更多地参与大学的管理。6[VERB	动词](钟、刻度盘、地图等)表明，指向，显示 You indicate the information given by something such as a clock, dial, or map by mentioning what it says .   [V n]  [V that]The clock said four minutes past eleven...钟显示时间是 11 点 4 分。The map says there's six of them.地图上显示共有六处。7[VERB	动词]说明；表明；表示 If something says something about a person, situation, or thing, it gives important information about them.   [V amount about n]  [V pron about n]I think that says a lot about how well Seles is playing...我认为那很能说明塞勒斯表现得有多出色。The appearance of the place and the building says something about the importance of the project.从周边环境和这幢大楼的外观可以看出这个项目的举足轻重。8[VERB	动词]说明，表示(…有很多优点) If something says a lot for a person or thing, it shows that this person or thing is very good or has a lot of good qualities.   [V amount for n]  [it V amount for n that]It says a lot for him that he has raised his game to the level required...他将比赛技能提至所要求的水平，这说明他颇有能耐。It says much for Brookner's skill that the book is sad, but never depressing.这本书笔调忧伤，却并不令人沮丧，这很能说明布鲁克纳超群的写作技巧。9[VERB	动词](通常表示说话者认为某人优点不多)我会这样形容他们/你可以这样形容他们 You use say in expressions such as I'll say that for them and you can say this for them after or before you mention a good quality that someone has, usually when you think they do not have many good qualities.   [V pron for n]  [V pron]He's usually smartly-dressed, I'll say that for him...我能说的是，至少他通常穿着入时。At the very least, he is devastatingly sure of himself, you can say that.至少还可以说，他对自己是深信不疑的。10[VERB	动词]假定；假设 You can use say when you want to discuss something that might possibly happen or be true.   [V that]  [only imper]Say you could change anything about the world we live in, what would it be?假定你能对我们所生活的这个世界作出任意改变，你会改变什么呢？11比如说；比方说 You can use say or let's say when you mention something as an example. To see the problem here more clearly, let's look at a different biological system, say, an acorn...为更清晰地理解此处的问题，我们来看一种不同的生物系统，比如说，橡子。Someone with, say, between 300 and 500 acres could be losing thousands of pounds a year.比方说，拥有 300 到 500 英亩地的人，可能每年会损失几千英镑。12[EXCLAM	感叹语](用以唤起注意或表示惊讶、高兴、崇敬)嘿，喂，哎呀，啊 Say is used to attract someone's attention or to express surprise, pleasure, or admiration.   [AM 美]  [INFORMAL 非正式]Say, Leo, how would you like to have dinner one night, just you and me?哎，利奥，找个晚上一起吃顿饭如何，就你和我？Usage Note :Note that, with the verb say, if you want to mention the person who is being addressed, you should use the preposition to. 'What did she say you?' is wrong. 'What did she say to you?' is correct. The verb tell, however, is usually followed by a direct object indicating the person who is being addressed. He told Alison he was suffering from leukaemia... What did she tell you? 'What did she tell to you?' is wrong. Say is the most general verb for reporting the words that someone speaks. Tell is used to report information that is given to someone. The manufacturer told me that the product did not contain corn. Tell can also be used with a 'to' infinitive to report an order or instruction. My mother told me to shut up and eat my dinner. 注意，如果要在动词 say 后提及说话的对象，应用介词 to。What did she say you 是错误说法，What did she say to you 是正确的。但是，动词 tell 后通常直接跟表示说话对象的直接宾语。例如：He told Alison he was suffering from leukaemia (他告诉艾利森他得了白血病)，What did she tell you (她告诉你什么了)。What did she tell to you 是错误说法。say 是引述某人所说话的最常用动词。tell 用于传达提供给某人的信息：The manufacturer told me that the product did not contain corn (厂家告诉我该产品不含谷物)。tell 也可和带 to 的动词不定式连用表示引述命令或指示：My mother told me to shut up and eat my dinner (妈妈让我别说话好好吃饭)。13[PHRASE	短语]清楚说明事实；明确表达(…的)感觉 If you say that something says it all, you mean that it shows you very clearly the truth about a situation or someone's feelings.   [V inflects]This is my third visit in a week, which says it all.这是我一周内第3次拜访，这说明了一切。14[CONVENTION	惯用语](表示吃惊)不会吧；(亦常表示事实上并不吃惊)我一点也不觉得奇怪，用不着你说也知道 You can use 'You don't say' to express surprise at what someone has told you. People often use this expression to indicate that in fact they are not surprised.   [feelings]'I'm a writer.' — 'You don't say. What kind of book are you writing?'“我是作家。”——“不会吧。你写哪方面的书？”15[PHRASE	短语]值得称道之处；优点 If you say there is a lot to be said for something, you mean you think it has a lot of good qualities or aspects.   [amount PHR]There's a lot to be said for being based in the country.把总部设在该国有很多优势。16[PHRASE	短语]寡言少语；不爱说话 If you say that someone doesn't have much to say for himself or herself, you mean that they are not speaking very much during a conversation.   [INFORMAL 非正式]He's never got much to say for himself.他向来寡言少语。17[PHRASE	短语]你有什么好说的；你有什么要辩解的 If someone asks what you have to say for yourself, they are asking what excuse you have for what you have done. 'Well,' she said eventually, 'what have you to say for yourself?'“那么”，她最后说，“你有什么好说的？”18[PHRASE	短语]显而易见；不言而喻；不用说 If something goes without saying, it is obvious.   [oft it PHR that]It goes without saying that if someone has lung problems they should not smoke.不用说，有肺病的人不应吸烟。19[PHRASE	短语]发表意见；阐述观点 When one of the people or groups involved in a discussion has their say, they give their opinion.   [V inflects]The Football Association have had their say.足协已经发表了意见。20[PHRASE	短语](用于对很多人不喜欢的人或事物表示赞赏时)随你怎么说，不管你怎么认为 You use 'Say what you like about someone or something' when you are about to mention one good thing about a person or thing that many people do not like.   [PHR cl]Say what you like about them, but they did love their Mum.随你怎么说，但他们确实爱自己的妈妈。21[CONVENTION	惯用语](尤指乐于接受他人刚刚提出要给予自己的东西)我不反对，我没意见，好哇 You use 'I wouldn't say no' to indicate that you would like something, especially something that has just been offered to you.   [formulae]  [INFORMAL 非正式]I wouldn't say no to a drink.我倒想喝一杯。22[PHRASE	短语](引出语气更重或更极端的描述)即使不说是…,虽不能说… You can use not to say when adding a stronger or more extreme description than the one you have just used.   [usu PHR adj]To those who've never received million dollar royalty cheques, this sounded a little odd, not to say offensive.对于那些从没有收到过上百万美元版权费的人来说，这听起来就算不令人反感，至少也让人觉得有点儿怪。23[PHRASE	短语]更不用说；何况 You use to say nothing of when you mention an additional thing which gives even more strength to the point you are making.   [PHR n]Unemployment leads to a sense of uselessness, to say nothing of financial problems.失业会让人觉得自己一无是处，更何况还会带来经济问题。24[PHRASE	短语](用于提醒别人所说话可能会具有冒犯性或令人震惊)可以说 You use shall I say and shall we say in order to warn someone that what you are about to say may cause offence or be surprising.   [PHR with cl/group]...whereas when you get older you're rather set in your ways, shall I say...然而随着年纪渐长，可以说，你的大局已定了。My involvement has not been altogether, shall we say, ethical.可以说，我的参与还不是完全合乎道德。25[PHRASE	短语]亦即；也就是说；换句话说 You use that is to say or that's to say to indicate that you are about to express the same idea more clearly or precisely.   [PHR with cl/group]  [FORMAL 正式]...territories that were occupied in 1967, that is to say, in the West Bank and Gaza.1967年被占的领土，也就是约旦河西岸和加沙地带的被占领土26[CONVENTION	惯用语]让你说对了；一点没错；我同意；说得太对了 You can use 'You can say that again' to express strong agreement with what someone has just said.   [emphasis]  [INFORMAL 非正式]'Must have been a fiddly job.' — 'You can say that again.'“那一定是件精细活。”——“说得太对了。”27  to say the least→see: least； needless to say→see: needless；  say1 verbsay2 nounsay3 interjectionsaysay1 /seɪ/ ●●● S1 W1 verb (past tense and past participle said /sed/, third person singular says /sez/)  Entry menu Word Origin Verb Table Examples Thesaurus Collocations Phrases 1express something in words [intransitive only in negatives, transitive] to express an idea, feeling, thought etc using words:  ‘I’m so tired,’ she said. ‘Don’t cry,’ he said softly. Don’t believe anything he says.say (that) A spokesman said that the company had improved its safety standards. I always said I would buy a motorbike when I had enough money.say how/why/who etc Did she say what happened? I would like to say how much we appreciate your hard work. ‘Why did she leave?’ ‘I don’t know – she didn’t say.’say something to somebody What did you say to her? ‘This is strange,’ he said to himself.a terrible/silly/strange etc thing to say What a silly thing to say!say hello/goodbye/thank you etc (=say something to greet someone, thank someone etc) She left without saying goodbye.say you’re sorry (=apologize) I’ve said I’m sorry – what more do you want?say yes/no (to something) (=agree or refuse) Can I go, Mum? Oh, please say yes!say nothing/anything/something (about something) He looked as if he was going to say something. I wished I had said nothing about Jordi.have anything/nothing/something to say Does anyone else have anything to say? Although he didn’t say so, it was clear that he was in pain. What makes you say that (=why do you think that)?say to do something (=tell someone to do something) Nina said to meet her at 4.30. I’d like to say a few words (=make a short speech). ‘So what are your plans now?’ ‘I’d rather not say.’ → see Thesaurus box on 000000RegisterIn written English, people often avoid using say when referring to opinions or ideas expressed by another writer. Instead, they prefer to use a more formal verb such as argue, assert, claim, or maintain.2give information [transitive] to give information in the form of written words, numbers, or pictures – used about signs, clocks, letters, messages etc:  The sign said ‘Back in 10 minutes.’ The clock said twenty past three.say (that) He received a letter saying that the appointment had been cancelled.say to do something (=give information about what you should do) The label says to take one tablet before meals.say who/what/how etc The card doesn’t even say who sent the flowers. It says here they have live music.3mean [transitive] used to talk about what someone means:  What do you think the writer is trying to say in this passage? So what you’re saying is, there’s none left.be saying (that) Are you saying I’m fat? I’m not saying it’s a bad idea. All I’m saying is that it might be better to wait a while.GRAMMAR Say is usually used in the progressive in this meaning.4think that something is true [transitive] used to talk about something that people think is truethey say/people say/ it is said (that) They say that she has been all over the world. It is said that he was a spy during the war.somebody is said to be something/do something He’s said to be the richest man in the world. Well, you know what they say – blood’s thicker than water. The rest, as they say, is history.5show/be a sign of something [transitive] a)to show clearly that something is true about someone or something’s character:  The kind of car you drive says what kind of person you are. The fact that she never apologized says a lot about (=shows very clearly) what kind of person she is. It said a lot for the manager  (=it showed that he is good) that the team remained confident despite losing. These results don’t say much for the quality of teaching  (=they show that it is not very good). b)to show what someone is really feeling or thinking, especially without using words:  The look on her face said ‘I love you.’something says everything/says it all His expression said it all.6speak the words of something [transitive] to speak the words that are written in a play, poem, or prayer:  Can you say that line again, this time with more feeling? I’ll say a prayer for you.7pronounce [transitive] to pronounce a word or sound:  How do you say your last name?8suggest/suppose something [transitive] used when suggesting or supposing that something might happen or be true... say ... If we put out, say, twenty chairs, would that be enough?let’s say (that)/just say (that) Let’s say your plan fails, then what? Just say you won the lottery – what would you do?GRAMMAR Say is usually used in the imperative or with let’s in this meaning.9say to yourself to try to persuade yourself that something is true or not true:  I kept saying to myself that this wasn’t really happening.SPOKEN PHRASES10I must say (also I have to say) used to emphasize what you are saying:  The cake does look good, I must say. I have to say I was impressed.11I can’t say (that) used to say that you do not think or feel something:  I can’t say I envy her being married to him!12I would say used for giving your opinion even though other people may not agree:  I’d say he was jealous.13I couldn’t say used when you do not know the answer to something:  I couldn’t say who will win.14if I may say so (also if I might say so) formal used to be polite when saying something that may embarrass or offend the person you are talking to:  That’s just the point, Mr Glover, if I may say so.15having said that used to say that something is true in spite of what you have just said:  The diet can make you slim without exercise. Having said that, however, exercise is important too.16wouldn’t you say? used to ask someone whether they agree with the statement you have just made:  It seems very unlikely, wouldn’t you say?17what do you say? used to ask someone if they agree with a suggestion:  We could go into partnership – what do you say? What do you say we all go to a movie? What would you say to a meal out?18say no more used to say that you understand what someone means, although they have not said it directly:  ‘I saw him leaving her house at 6.30 this morning.’ ‘Say no more!’19you can say that again! used to say that you completely agree with someone:  ‘It’s cold in here.’ ‘You can say that again!’20you said it! a)used when someone says something that you agree with, although you would not have actually said it yourself because it is not polite:  ‘I was always stubborn as a kid.’ ‘You said it!’ b)especially American English used to say that you agree with someone:  ‘Let’s go home.’ ‘You said it! I’m tired.’21who says? used to say that you do not agree with a statement, opinion etc:  Who says museum work doesn’t pay?22who can say? (also who’s to say?) used to say that nobody can know something:  Who can say what will happen between now and then? Many women believe that skin cream makes their skin look younger, and who’s to say that they’re wrong?23you don’t say! used to show you are surprised by what someone has told you – also often used when you are not at all surprised by what someone has told you24say when used to ask someone to tell you when to stop pouring them a drink or serving them food because they have got enough25say cheese used to tell people to smile when you are taking their photograph26(just) say the word used to tell someone that they have only to ask and you will do what they want:  Anywhere you want to go, just say the word.27I’ll say this/that (much) for somebody used when you want to mention something good about someone, especially when you have been criticizing them:  I will say this for Tom – at least he’s consistent. You’ve got determination – I’ll say that for you.28say what you like especially British English used when giving an opinion that you are sure is correct, even if the person you are talking to might disagree with you:  Say what you like about him, he’s a very good writer.29anything/whatever you say used to tell someone that you agree to do what they want, accept their opinion etc, especially because you do not want an argument30can’t say fairer than that British English used to say that you have made the best offer that you can:  If I win, I’ll buy you a drink. Can’t say fairer than that.31I wouldn’t say no (to something) used to say that you would like something:  I wouldn’t say no to a coffee.32I’ll say! used to say yes to a question, in a strong way:  ‘Was there a big argument?’ ‘I’ll say!’33let’s just say used when you do not want to give a lot of details about something:  Let’s just say she wasn’t very pleased about it.34shall I/we say used when you are not quite sure how to describe someone or something:  He is, shall we say, slightly unusual.35what have you got to say for yourself? used to ask someone for an explanation when they have done something wrong36say what? informal especially American English used when you did not hear what someone said or when you cannot believe that something is true37I say British English old-fashioned a)used to get someone’s attention:  I say, don’t I know you? b)used before giving your reaction to something:  ‘My husband’s broken his leg.’ ‘I say! I’m sorry to hear that.’38say something to somebody’s face informal to criticize someone or say something unpleasant directly to them instead of saying it to someone else:  I knew they wanted me to leave, even though they wouldn’t say it to my face.39that’s not saying much used to say that it is not surprising that someone or something is better than another person or thing because the other person or thing is so bad:  This version is better than the original, but that’s not saying much.40to say the least used to say that you could have described something, criticized someone etc a lot more severely than you have:  Jane could have been more considerate, to say the least.41that is to say used before giving more details or being more exact about something:  They, that’s to say Matt and John, were arguing about what to do.42that is not to say used to make sure the person you are talking to does not think something that is not true:  I’m quite happy in my job but that’s not to say I’m going to do it for the rest of my life.43not to say especially British English used when adding a stronger description of something:  The information is inadequate, not to say misleading.44a lot/something/not much etc to be said for (doing) something used to say that there are a lot of or not many advantages to something:  There’s a lot to be said for taking a few days off now and then. It was a town with very little to be said for it.45to say nothing of something used to mention another thing involved in what you have just been talking about:  It wasn’t much for three years’ work, to say nothing of the money it had cost.46have something to say about something to be angry about something:  Her father would have something to say about it.47have a lot to say for yourself to talk a lot48not have much to say for yourself to not talk very much49what somebody says goes used to emphasize who is in control in a situation:  My wife wants to go to Italy this year, and what she says goes!50say your piece to give your opinion about something, especially something you do not like → wouldn’t say boo to a gooseat boo2(3), → easier said than doneat easy2(4), → enough saidat enough2(6), → it goes without sayingat go without, → needless to sayat needless(1), → no sooner said than doneat soon(9), → not say/breathe a wordat word1(10), → well saidat well1(13), → when all’s said and doneat all1(17)GRAMMAR: Comparisonsay• You say something to someone: · The principal said a few words to us. ✗Don’t say:  say someone something• You use say with speech marks (‘...’) when quoting the exact words that someone used: · ‘I’m sorry I’m late,’ she said.· Joe said: ‘I’ll be back soon.’• You use say (that)  when reporting what someone said:· She said that she was sorry she was late.· Joe said he would be back soon.After said, the verb in the other clause is usually also in the past tense.tell• You tell someone something: · Diane told me the news.· He told us a long story. ✗Don’t say:  tell something to someone• You tell someone about something that has happened: · She told me about the accident. ✗Don’t say:  He told about the accident.• You use tell someone (that) when reporting what someone said: · I told them that I was sorry.· The teacher told me I could go home. After told, the verb in the other clause is usually also in the past tense. ✗Don’t say:  He told that he was sorry.Grammar guide ‒ VERBSCOLLOCATIONSthings that you saysay hello/goodbye· I came to say goodbye.say thank you· I just wanted to say thank you for being there.say sorry/say that you’re sorry· It was probably too late to say sorry.say yes/no· Some parents are unable to say no to their children.say something/anything/nothing· I was about to say something to him when he looked up and smiled.say some words· She stopped abruptly, suddenly afraid to say the words aloud.adverbssay so· If you don’t know the answer, don’t be afraid to say so.phrasesa terrible/stupid/odd etc thing to say· I know it’s a terrible thing to say, but I wish he’d just go away.have something/anything/nothing to say· He usually has something to say about just about everything.THESAURUSto say somethingsay to tell someone something, using words: · ‘I really ought to go,’ she said.· Lauren said she’d probably be late.state to say something, especially in a definite or formal way – used in official contexts: · The witness stated that he had never seen the woman before.· Please state your name and address.announce to publicly tell people about something: · The chairman announced his resignation.· The results will be announced tomorrow.· We will announce the winners next Sunday.· They were announcing the train times over the loudspeaker system.declare to say something very firmly: · ‘My personal life is none of your business,’ she declared.mention to talk about someone or something, especially without giving many details: · Did Tom mention anything about what happened at school?· Your name was mentioned!express to let someone know your feelings by putting them into words: · Young children often find it difficult to express their emotions.comment to say what your opinion is about someone or something: · The prime minister was asked to comment on the crisis.note/remark formal to say that you have noticed that something is true – used especially in formal writing: · We have already noted that most old people live alone.· Someone once remarked that the problem with computers is that they only give you answers.add to say something more, after what has already been said: · He added that he thought it could be done fairly cheaply.point out to mention something that seems particularly important or relevant: · Dr Graham points out that most children show some signs of abnormal behaviour.· It’s worth pointing out that few people actually die of this disease.air to talk about your opinions, worries, or the things you disagree about: air your views/grievances/differences: · The programme will give listeners the chance to air their views about immigration.· Workers were able to air their grievances.voice to talk publicly about your feelings or about whether you approve or disapprove of something formal: voice concern/support/doubt/fears etc: · The president has already voiced his support for the proposal.· She voiced concern for the safety of the hostages.different ways of saying somethingwhisper to say something very quietly, using your breath rather than your full voice: · ‘Don’t wake the baby,’ Jenny whispered.mumble to say something quietly without pronouncing the words clearly: · He mumbled his thanks.mutter to say something quietly, especially when you are annoyed but do not want someone to hear you complaining: · ‘This is ridiculous,’ he muttered under his breath.· She muttered something about having to go home early.murmur to say something in a soft slow gentle voice: · She stroked his hair and murmured, ‘Don’t worry. You’ll be all right.’growl to say something in a low angry voice: · ‘As I was saying,’ Lewis growled, ‘it needs to be finished today.’snarl to say something in a nasty angry way: · ‘Get out of my way!’ he snarled.exclaim to say something suddenly and loudly: · ‘How beautiful!’ she exclaimed.blurt out to suddenly say something without thinking, especially something embarrassing or secret: · It was partly nervousness that had made him blurt out the question.stammer/stutter to speak with a lot of pauses and repeated sounds, because you have a speech problem, or because you are nervous or excited: · ‘I’ll, I’ll only be a m-moment,’ he stammered.say1 verbsay2 nounsay3 interjectionsaysay2 ●●○ noun [singular, uncountable]  Examples Thesaurus Collocations Phrases 1the right to take part in deciding somethinghave some/no/little say in something The workers had no say in how the factory was run. The chairman has the final say (=has the right to make the final decision about something).2have your say to have the opportunity to give your opinion about something:  You’ll get a chance to have your say.say in/on Parents can have their say in the decision-making process.say1 verbsay2 nounsay3 interjectionsaysay3 interjection American English informal  Examples Collocations Phrases  used to express surprise, or to get someone’s attention so that you can tell them something:  Say, haven’t I seen you before somewhere?

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jEPoK/1xFvkT+4I2iOf8EUn6eX/OxCkIu0YzB4hpeqZellARfnzfVBxnUMqCnaUFd2h3Ir4McV8APbdkujEGNp9+05aB3fpdQvBYYBhqM4JImq11H8mvyfwuF6dkvgZEhOCwJlV5y8kFv3UgsXV4MS95qvpGcGLPIViuq0hH3WSKK+qP8z9KQBvDbjFElB8SEfmn3Ds/fXA7jt0sx446yO68tNH5Y0T6jValA8TFQUU=             say              ★                    /        seɪ                ;          NAmE                seɪ                /                              verb                ,                  noun                ,                  exclamation                            say      says      said      saying                            verb        ★                                  (              says                  /          sez                    ;            NAmE                    sez                    /                said        ,        said                  /          sed                    ;            NAmE                    sed                    /                    )              speak        说                    1        ★                  [intransitive                ,         transitive          ]                          to speak or tell sb sth, using words            说；讲；告诉                          + speech                  ◆          ‘Hello!’ she said.          “你好！”她说。                          ◆          ‘That was marvellous,’ said Daniel.          “好极了。”丹尼尔说。                                      HELP           In stories the subject often comes after          said,          saysor          saywhen it follows the actual words spoken, unless it is a pronoun.          在故事、小说中用于直接引语后面时，往往先出 said、says 或 say，再出主语，除非主语是代词。                          saysth                          ◆          Be quiet, I have something to say.          安静，我有话要说。                          ◆          I didn't believe a word she said.          她说的话我一句都不信。                          ◆          That's a terrible            thing to say.                    这话说不得。                          ◆          He knew that if he wasn't back by midnight, his parents would            have something to say about it            (= be angry).                    他知道，要是他半夜还不回去，父母就会不高兴。                          saysth to sb                          ◆          She said nothing to me about it.          她没有跟我说过这件事。                          sayto sb/yourself + speech                          ◆          I            said to myself            (= thought),‘That can't be right!’                    我心里想：“这不对呀！”                          say(that)…                          ◆          He said (that) his name was Sam.          他说他叫萨姆。                it is said that…                  ◆          It is said that she lived to be over 100.          据说她活了 100 多岁。                          say(what, how, etc…)                          ◆          She finds it hard to say what she feels.          她觉得心里的感受难以言述。                          ◆          ‘That's impossible!’ ‘            So you say            (= but I think you may be wrong).’                    “这不可能！”“不见得。”                          ◆          ‘Why can't I go out now?’ ‘Because I            say so.’                    “为什么现在不让我出去？”“因为我说了算。”                          ◆          ‘What do you want it for?’ ‘            I'd rather not say.’                    “你要这做什么？”“我还是不说的好。”                          sayto do sth                          ◆          He said to meet him here.          他说来这儿跟他见面。                sb/sth is said to be/have sth                  ◆          He is said to have been a brilliant scholar.          据说他曾是个了不起的学者。                            repeat words        复述                    2        ★                  [transitive          ]                          saysth                          to repeat words, phrases, etc.            念；朗诵；背诵                                    ◆          to say a prayer          诵读经文                          ◆          Try to say that line with more conviction.          朗诵这一句时语气要更加坚定。                            express opinion        表达见解                    3        ★                  [transitive                ,         intransitive          ]                          to express an opinion on sth            表达，表述（见解）                                    saysth                          ◆                      Say what you like            (= although you disagree)about her, she's a fine singer.                    随你怎么说，反正她唱歌唱得很好。                          ◆                      I'll say this for them,they're a very efficient company.                    我要为他们说句公道话，他们公司的效率的确很高。                          ◆          Anna thinks I'm lazy—            what do you say            (= what is your opinion)?                    安娜觉得我懒，你说呢？                          say(that)…                          ◆                      I can't say I blameher for resigning            (= I think she was right).                    她辞职，我不能说她不对。                          ◆                      I say            (= suggest)we go without them.                    依我说，我们自己去，不带他们。                          ◆                      I wouldn't saythey were rich            (= in my opinion they are not rich).                    要我说的话，他们并不富裕。                          ◆                      That's not to sayit's a bad movie            (= it is good but it is not without faults).                    并不是说这部电影很糟糕。                          say(what, how, etc…)                          ◆                      It's hard to saywhat caused the accident.                    很难说造成事故的原因是什么。                          ◆          ‘When will it be finished?’ ‘            I couldn't say            (= I don't know).’                    “什么时候能完？”“不好说。”                            give example        举例                    4        ★                  [transitive                ,         no passive          ]                          to suggest or give sth as an example or a possibility            比方说；假设                                    saysth/sb                          ◆          You could learn the basics in,            let's say,three months.                    比方说，三个月你就可以掌握基本知识。                          ◆          Let's take any writer, say            (= for example)Dickens…                    我们随便举一个作家为例，比如说狄更斯…                          say(that)…                          ◆          Say you lose your job: what would you do then?          假设你把工作丢了，那你怎么办呢？                            show thoughts/feelings        表明思想╱感情                    5        ★                  [transitive          ]                          saysth (to sb)                          to make thoughts, feelings, etc. clear to sb by using words, looks, movements, etc.            表明，显示，表达（思想、感情）                                    ◆          His angry glance            said it all.                    他那愤愤的一瞥就道出了一切。                          ◆          That            says it allreally, doesn't it?            (= it shows clearly what is true)                    这实际上就说明了一切，是不是？                          ◆          Just what is the artist trying to say in her work?          这位艺术家究竟要在作品中表现什么呢？                            give written information        标示                    6        ★                  [transitive                ,         no passive          ]                          (of sth that is written or can be seen          书面材料或可见的东西          )                          to give particular information or instructions            提供信息；指示                          + speech                  ◆          The notice said ‘Keep Out’.          告示上写着“禁止入内”。                          saysth                          ◆          The clock said three o'clock.          时钟显示三点整。                          say(that)…                          ◆          The instructions say (that) we should leave it to set for four hours.          说明书上说我们应让它凝结四小时。                          saywhere, why, etc…                          ◆          The book doesn't say where he was born.          书上没说他是在哪儿出生的。                          sayto do sth                          ◆          The guidebook says to turn left.          旅游指南上说应向左拐。                            IDIOMS              before you can say Jack ˈRobinson                              (              old-fashioned)                        very quickly; in a very short time              转瞬间；一刹那；说时迟，那时快                                                  ˌgo without ˈsaying                              to be very obvious or easy to predict              不用说；显而易见                                            ◆            Of course I'll help you.              That goes without saying.                        我当然会帮你。这还用说吗？                                      have something, nothing, etc. to ˈsay for yourself                              to be ready, unwilling, etc. to talk or give your views on sth              有话（或没什么等）要说                                            ◆            She doesn't have much to say for herself              (= doesn't take part in conversation).                        她没多少要说的。                                ◆            He had plenty to say for himself              (= he had a lot of opinions and was willing to talk).                        他有一肚子的话要说。                                ◆            Late again—what have you got to say for yourself              (= what is your excuse)?                        又迟到了，这回你有什么借口呢？                                      ˌhaving ˈsaid that                              (              informal)                        used to introduce an opinion that makes what you have just said seem less strong              （用以缓和语气）虽然这么说，话虽如此                                            ◆            I sometimes get worried in this job. Having said that, I enjoy doing it, it's a challenge.            我有时会为这份工作而感到忧虑。话虽如此，我还是满喜欢干的，因为这是一个挑战。                                      ˈI'll say!                              (              old-fashioned,              informal)                        used for emphasis to say ‘yes’              （明确表示肯定）当然，我敢说，没错                                            ◆            ‘Does she see him often?’ ‘I'll say! Nearly every day.’            “她常去找他吗？”“没错！差不多天天去。”                                      I ˈmust say                              (              informal)                        used to emphasize an opinion              （强调所发表的意见）                                            ◆            Well, I must say, that's the funniest thing I've heard all week.            嘿，听我说，这是我整整一周听到的最好笑的事情。                                      ˌI ˈsay        (          old-fashioned) (          BrE          informal)                          1                      used to express surprise, shock, etc.              （表示惊奇、震惊等）                                            ◆            I say! What a huge cake!            乖乖！多大的一个蛋糕啊！                                    2                      used to attract sb's attention or introduce a new subject of conversation              （用以引起注意或引出新的话题）                                            ◆            I say, can you lend me five pounds?            我说，你能借我五英镑吗？                                      it says a ˈlot, very ˈlittle, etc. for sb/sth                              (              informal)                        it shows a good/bad quality that sb/sth has              说明某人（或某事物）很好（或不怎么样等）                                            ◆            It says a lot for her that she never lost her temper.            她从没发过脾气，这说明她很有涵养。                                ◆            It didn't say much for their efficiency that the order arrived a week late.            订货晚到了一个星期，可见他们的效率难以恭维。                                      I ˌwouldn't say ˈno (to sth)                              (              informal)                        used to say that you would like sth or to accept sth that is offered              （表示想要或愿意接受某物）                                            ◆            I wouldn't say no to a pizza.            我倒是想来块比萨饼。                                ◆            ‘Tea, Brian?’ ‘I wouldn't say no.’            “要喝茶吗，布赖恩？”“好哇。”                                      ˌleast ˈsaid ˌsoonest ˈmended                              (              BrE) (              saying)                        a bad situation will pass or be forgotten most quickly if nothing more is said about it              只要没人再说，事情就会过去                                                  the less/least said the ˈbetter                              the best thing to do is say as little as possible about sth              少说为妙                                                  ˌnever say ˈdie                              (              saying)                        do not stop hoping              别泄气；别气馁；不言放弃                                                  not say boo to a ˈgoose                  (            BrE)                                (                          NAmE                        not say boo to ˈanyone            )                                to be very shy or gentle              非常胆怯；十分温和                                            ◆            He's so nervous he wouldn't say boo to a goose.            他紧张得连大气都不敢喘。                                      ˈnot to say                              used to introduce a stronger way of describing sth              （引出语气更重的描述）即使不是…，虽不能说…                                            ◆            a difficult, not to say impossible, task            即便不是办不到，也是难办到的一项任务                                      say ˈcheese                              used to ask sb to smile before you take their photograph              （照相前请人微笑时说）“茄子”                                                  ★        say ˈno (to sth)                              to refuse an offer, a suggestion, etc.              拒绝；否定                                            ◆            If you don't invest in this, you're saying no to a potential fortune.            你如果不在这上面投资，那是存心不想发财。                                      ˌsay no ˈmore                              (              informal)                        used to say that you understand exactly what sb means or is trying to say, so it is unnecessary to say anything more              我早知道了；还用你说                                            ◆            ‘They went to Paris together.’ ‘Say no more!’            “他们一起去了巴黎。”“我早知道了！”                                      ˌsay your ˈpiece                              to say exactly what you feel or think              说出心里话                                                  say ˈwhat?                              (              NAmE) (              informal)                        used to express surprise at what sb has just said              （表示惊奇）你说什么                                            ◆            ‘He's getting married.’ ‘Say what?’            “他快结婚了。”“你说什么？”                                      say ˈwhen                              used to ask sb to tell you when you should stop pouring a drink or serving food for them because they have enough              （给饮料或食物时说）够了请说一声                                                  ˈthat is to say                              in other words              换句话说；也就是说                                            ◆            three days from now, that is to say on Friday            三天以后，也就是说星期五                                      that's not ˈsaying much                              used to say that sth is not very unusual or special              也没什么了不起；这说明不了什么                                            ◆            She's a better player than me, but that's not saying much              (= because I am a very bad player).                        她比我高明，但那也没什么了不起（因为我很差）。                                      that ˈsaid                              used to introduce an opinion that makes what you have just said seem less strong              （用以缓和语气）话虽如此                                                  there's no ˈsaying                              used to say that it is impossible to predict what might happen              说不准；很难说                                            ◆            There's no saying how he'll react.            很难说他会有何种反应。                                      there's something, not much, etc. to be said for sth/doing sth                              there are/are not good reasons for doing sth, believing sth or agreeing with sth              有（或没有太多等）理由去做（或相信、同意）某事                                                  to ˌsay the ˈleast                              without exaggerating at all              毫不夸张地说                                            ◆            I was surprised, to say the least.            毫不夸张地说，我感到吃惊。                                      to say ˈnothing of sth                              used to introduce a further fact or thing in addition to those already mentioned              更不用说…；而且还                                            SYN                                          not to mention                                                          ◆            It was too expensive, to say nothing of the time it wasted.            这太贵了，更不用说它浪费的时间了。                                      well ˈsaid!                              (              informal)                        I agree completely              说得好；完全赞同                                            ◆            ‘We must stand up for ourselves.’ ‘Well said, John.’            “我们必须自己起来保护自己。”“说得好，约翰。”                                      ˌwhat do/would you ˈsay (to sth/doing sth)                              (              informal)                        would you like sth/to do sth?              你同意…吗；你看…好不好                                            ◆            What do you say to eating out tonight?            今晚到外边吃饭，怎么样？                                ◆            Let's go away for a weekend. What do you say?            我们出去过周末，你说好不好？                                      what/whatever sb says, ˈgoes                              (              informal,              often humorous)                        a particular person must be obeyed              凡是…说的，都得照办；无论…说什么，都能行得通                                            ◆            Sarah wanted the kitchen painted green, and what she says, goes.            萨拉想把厨房刷成绿色，而她说什么，就得照办。                                      whatever you ˈsay                              (              informal)                        used to agree to sb's suggestion because you do not want to argue              （因不想争论而同意）由你，随你                                                  when ˌall is said and ˈdone                              when everything is considered              说到底；毕竟；归根到底                                            ◆            I know you're upset, but when all's said and done it isn't exactly a disaster.            我知道你挺沮丧的，但说到底，事情并没什么大不了的。                                      who can ˈsay (…)?                              used to say that nobody knows the answer to a question              谁知道（…）                                            ◆            Who can say what will happen next year?            谁能说得出明年会发生什么事？                                      who ˈsays (…)?                              (              informal)                        used to disagree with a statement or an opinion              （表示不同意）谁说（…）                                            ◆            Who says I can't do it?            谁说我干不了这个？                                      who's to say (…)?                              used to say that sth might happen or might have happened in a particular way, because nobody really knows              （表示说不定某事会发生或本来会发生）谁说得准（…）                                            ◆            Who's to say we would not have succeeded if we'd had more time?            要是时间更充裕，没准儿我们就已成功了，谁说得准呢？                                      you can say ˈthat again                              (              informal)                        I agree with you completely              让你说对了；一点没错；正是这样                                            ◆            ‘He's in a bad mood today.’ ‘You can say that again!’            “他今天情绪不好。”“让你说对了！”                                      you can't say ˈfairer (than ˈthat)                              (              BrE) (              informal)                        used to say that you think the offer you are making is reasonable or generous              （出价时说）再公道不过了                                            ◆            Look, I'll give you £100 for it. I can't say fairer than that.            你看，我出 100 英镑买它，这再公道不过了。                                      you don't ˈsay!                              (              informal,              often ironic)                        used to express surprise              我就知道；不会吧；不至于吧                                            ◆            ‘They left without us.’ ‘You don't say!’              (= I'm not surprised)                        “他们撇下我们自个儿走了。”“真的吗？”                                      you ˈsaid it!        (          informal)                          1                      (              BrE)                        used to agree with sb when they say sth about themselves that you would not have been rude enough to say yourself              （同意对方所作而碍于礼貌自己不便作出的评价）这话可是你说的                                            ◆            ‘I know I'm not the world's greatest cook.’ ‘You said it!’            “我知道我的饭菜做得不是太好。”“这话可是你说的！”                                    2                      (              NAmE)                        used to agree with sb's suggestion              （同意对方的提议）正合我心意                                                  ☞more at                                    dare                                   v.            ,                                    easy                                   adv.            ,                                    enough                                   pron.            ,                                    glad                              ,                                    let                                   v.            ,                                    mean                                   v.            ,                                    mind                                   v.            ,                                    needless                              ,                                    record                                   n.            ,                                    soon                              ,                                    sorry                                   adj.            ,                                    suffice                              ,                                    word                                   n.                                  noun                    [singular        ,     uncountable      ]              say(in sth)              the right to influence sth by giving your opinion before a decision is made        决定权；发言权                    ◆      We had no say in the decision to sell the company.      在决定出售公司的问题上，我们没有发言权。              ◆      People want a greater say in local government.      人们要求在当地的政务中有更大的发言权。              ◆      The judge has the final say on the sentence.      法官对判决有最后的决定权。              IDIOM              have your ˈsay                              (              informal)                        to have the opportunity to express yourself fully about sth              有机会充分发表意见                                            ◆            She won't be happy until she's had her say.            她要把话都说出来才舒畅。                                      ☞see also              say your piece                                  exclamation              (      NAmE) (      informal)              1              used for showing surprise or pleasure          （表示惊讶或兴奋）嘿，啧啧                            ◆        Say, that's a nice haircut!        啧啧，这个头发剪得很漂亮！                    2              used for attracting sb's attention or for making a suggestion or comment          （提请别人注意、提出建议或作出评论）喂，我说                            ◆        Say, how about going to a movie tonight?        我说，今晚去看场电影怎么样？                        WHICH WORD? 词语辨析                                      say / tell                      ■                          Saynever has a person as the object. You              say somethingor              say something to somebody.              Sayis often used when you are giving somebody’s exact words.                              *say 从不以人作宾语，可说 say something 或 say something to somebody。say 常与直接引语连用：                                                    ◆              ‘Sit down,’ she said.              “坐下。”她说。                                                  ◆              Anne said, ‘I’m tired.’              安妮说：“我累了。”                                                  ◆              Anne said (that) she was tired.              安妮说她累了。                                                  ◆              What did he say to you?              他对你说了些什么？                        You cannot use ‘say about’, but              say something aboutis correct.              不能用 say about，但可说 say something about：                                      ◆              I want to say something /a few words /a little about my family.              我想谈谈我的家庭。                                      Saycan also be used with a clause when the person you are talking to is not mentioned.              没有指明说话对象时，say 亦可与从句连用：                                      ◆              She didn’t say what she intended to do.              她没说她想做什么。                                            ■                          Tellusually has a person as the object and often has two objects.                              *tell 常带有两个宾语，其中一个通常是人：                                                    ◆              Have you told him the news yet?              你告诉他这消息了吗？                        It is often used with ‘that’ clauses.              该词常与 that 从句连用：                                      ◆              Anne told me (that) she was tired.              安妮对我说她累了。                                      Tellis usually used when somebody is giving facts or information, often with              what,              where,etc.                              *tell 通常在某人告知事实或提供信息时使用，常与 what、where 等词连用：                                                    ◆              Can you tell me when the movie starts?              你能告诉我电影什么时候开演吗？                        (BUT              但：                                      ◆              Can you give me some information about the school?              你能给我讲讲这所学校的情况吗？                        )              Tellis also used when you are giving somebody instructions.              发出指示时亦可用 tell：                                      ◆              The doctor told me to stay in bed.              医生要我卧床休息。                                                  ◆              The doctor told me (that) I had to stay in bed.              医生对我说我必须卧床休息。                        OR              或：                                      ◆              The doctor said (that) I had to stay in bed.              医生说我必须卧床休息。                        NOT              不能说：                                      ◆              The doctor said me to stay in bed.                                                      say              /        seɪ                ;          NAmE                seɪ                /                    says              /        sez                ;          NAmE                sez                /                    said              /        sed                ;          NAmE                sed                /             say[seɪ]said, saying, saysCET4CET6TEM4考研IELTSr11776125738115611841561v19207753646702051445833179368249781768n598542582227495462814260VERB4627626928NOUN751991879ADV1306132300Spoken:292739493said[996170] saying[257340] says[276114]说(88%)，讲(5%)，比如说(2%)，发言权(2%)，表明(2%)，意见(1%)vt.讲；说明；例如；声称；假设；指明vi.讲；表示；念；假定；背诵n.(Say)人名；(土)萨伊；(法、老、柬)赛；(英)塞伊；(匈、罗)绍伊

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Collins	say ★★★★★ /se̱d/ 1 [VERB 动词]说；讲 When you say something, you speak words. [V with quote] [V that] [be V-ed to-inf] [V n to n] [V n] [V wh] [V so] [Also V to-inf] 'I'm sorry,' he said... “对不起，”他说。 She said they were very impressed... 她说他们被深深打动了。 Forty-one people are said to have been seriously hurt... 据说 41 人身负重伤。 I packed and said goodbye to Charlie... 我收拾好行李然后和查利道别。 I hope you didn't say anything about Gretchen... 我希望你对格蕾琴的事只字未提。 You didn't say much when you telephoned... 你打电话时没说太多。 Did he say where he was going?... 他说了要去哪里吗？ It doesn't sound exactly orthodox, if I may say so. 恕我直言，那听起来不太符合常规。 2 [VERB 动词](表达观点或陈述事实，否定用法表示婉转暗示某事并非事实)说，表示 You use say in expressions such as I would just like to say to introduce what you are actually saying, or to indicate that you are expressing an opinion or admitting a fact. If you state that you can't say something or you wouldn't say something, you are indicating in a polite or indirect way that it is not the case. [V that] I would just like to say that this is the most hypocritical thing I have ever heard in my life... 我只想说这是我这辈子听说过的最虚伪的事情。 I have to say I didn't even know Fox Lane Police Station existed till about four or five years ago... 我必须承认直到四五年前我才知道有福克斯巷警察局。 I must say that rather shocked me, too... 我得说那也让我相当震惊。 Dead? Well, I can't say I'm sorry. 死了？嗯，我不觉得难过。 3 [VERB 动词]告知；宣称；表明 You can mention the contents of a piece of writing by mentioning what it says or what someone says in it. [V that] [V with quote] [it V with quote] [V so] The report says there is widespread and routine torture of political prisoners in the country... 这份报告称该国一直普遍存在折磨政治犯的现象。 Auntie Winnie wrote back saying Mam wasn't well enough to write... 温妮姨妈回信说妈妈身体尚未康复，无法写信。 You can't have one without the other, as the song says... 就像歌里唱的那样，两者密不可分，不能只取其一。 'Highly inflammable,' it says on the spare canister... 备用罐上写着“高度易燃”。 Jung believed that God speaks to us in dreams. The Bible says so too. 荣格认为上帝在梦中和我们交谈。圣经上也如是说。 4 [VERB 动词](自己)想，琢磨；自忖 If you say something to yourself, you think it. [V to pron-refl with quote] Perhaps I'm still dreaming, I said to myself... 也许我还在做梦，我心里想。 'Keep your temper,' he said to himself. “别生气，”他暗暗告诉自己。 5 [N-SING 单数名词]发言权；决定权 If you have a say in something, you have the right to give your opinion and influence decisions relating to it. [usu a N] You can get married at sixteen, and yet you haven't got a say in the running of the country... 你 16 岁时可以结婚，但还无权参与国家政事。 The students wanted more say in the government of the university. 学生们想更多地参与大学的管理。 6 [VERB 动词](钟、刻度盘、地图等)表明，指向，显示 You indicate the information given by something such as a clock, dial, or map by mentioning what it says . [V n] [V that] The clock said four minutes past eleven... 钟显示时间是 11 点 4 分。 The map says there's six of them. 地图上显示共有六处。 7 [VERB 动词]说明；表明；表示 If something says something about a person, situation, or thing, it gives important information about them. [V amount about n] [V pron about n] I think that says a lot about how well Seles is playing... 我认为那很能说明塞勒斯表现得有多出色。 The appearance of the place and the building says something about the importance of the project. 从周边环境和这幢大楼的外观可以看出这个项目的举足轻重。 8 [VERB 动词]说明，表示(…有很多优点) If something says a lot for a person or thing, it shows that this person or thing is very good or has a lot of good qualities. [V amount for n] [it V amount for n that] It says a lot for him that he has raised his game to the level required... 他将比赛技能提至所要求的水平，这说明他颇有能耐。 It says much for Brookner's skill that the book is sad, but never depressing. 这本书笔调忧伤，却并不令人沮丧，这很能说明布鲁克纳超群的写作技巧。 9 [VERB 动词](通常表示说话者认为某人优点不多)我会这样形容他们/你可以这样形容他们 You use say in expressions such as I'll say that for them and you can say this for them after or before you mention a good quality that someone has, usually when you think they do not have many good qualities. [V pron for n] [V pron] He's usually smartly-dressed, I'll say that for him... 我能说的是，至少他通常穿着入时。 At the very least, he is devastatingly sure of himself, you can say that. 至少还可以说，他对自己是深信不疑的。 10 [VERB 动词]假定；假设 You can use say when you want to discuss something that might possibly happen or be true. [V that] [only imper] Say you could change anything about the world we live in, what would it be? 假定你能对我们所生活的这个世界作出任意改变，你会改变什么呢？ 11 比如说；比方说 You can use say or let's say when you mention something as an example. To see the problem here more clearly, let's look at a different biological system, say, an acorn... 为更清晰地理解此处的问题，我们来看一种不同的生物系统，比如说，橡子。 Someone with, say, between 300 and 500 acres could be losing thousands of pounds a year. 比方说，拥有 300 到 500 英亩地的人，可能每年会损失几千英镑。 12 [EXCLAM 感叹语](用以唤起注意或表示惊讶、高兴、崇敬)嘿，喂，哎呀，啊 Say is used to attract someone's attention or to express surprise, pleasure, or admiration. [AM 美] [INFORMAL 非正式] Say, Leo, how would you like to have dinner one night, just you and me? 哎，利奥，找个晚上一起吃顿饭如何，就你和我？ Usage Note : Note that, with the verb say, if you want to mention the person who is being addressed, you should use the preposition to. 'What did she say you?' is wrong. 'What did she say to you?' is correct. The verb tell, however, is usually followed by a direct object indicating the person who is being addressed. He told Alison he was suffering from leukaemia... What did she tell you? 'What did she tell to you?' is wrong. Say is the most general verb for reporting the words that someone speaks. Tell is used to report information that is given to someone. The manufacturer told me that the product did not contain corn. Tell can also be used with a 'to' infinitive to report an order or instruction. My mother told me to shut up and eat my dinner. 注意，如果要在动词 say 后提及说话的对象，应用介词 to。What did she say you 是错误说法，What did she say to you 是正确的。但是，动词 tell 后通常直接跟表示说话对象的直接宾语。例如：He told Alison he was suffering from leukaemia (他告诉艾利森他得了白血病)，What did she tell you (她告诉你什么了)。What did she tell to you 是错误说法。say 是引述某人所说话的最常用动词。tell 用于传达提供给某人的信息：The manufacturer told me that the product did not contain corn (厂家告诉我该产品不含谷物)。tell 也可和带 to 的动词不定式连用表示引述命令或指示：My mother told me to shut up and eat my dinner (妈妈让我别说话好好吃饭)。 13 [PHRASE 短语]清楚说明事实；明确表达(…的)感觉 If you say that something says it all, you mean that it shows you very clearly the truth about a situation or someone's feelings. [V inflects] This is my third visit in a week, which says it all. 这是我一周内第3次拜访，这说明了一切。 14 [CONVENTION 惯用语](表示吃惊)不会吧；(亦常表示事实上并不吃惊)我一点也不觉得奇怪，用不着你说也知道 You can use 'You don't say' to express surprise at what someone has told you. People often use this expression to indicate that in fact they are not surprised. [feelings] 'I'm a writer.' — 'You don't say. What kind of book are you writing?' “我是作家。”——“不会吧。你写哪方面的书？” 15 [PHRASE 短语]值得称道之处；优点 If you say there is a lot to be said for something, you mean you think it has a lot of good qualities or aspects. [amount PHR] There's a lot to be said for being based in the country. 把总部设在该国有很多优势。 16 [PHRASE 短语]寡言少语；不爱说话 If you say that someone doesn't have much to say for himself or herself, you mean that they are not speaking very much during a conversation. [INFORMAL 非正式] He's never got much to say for himself. 他向来寡言少语。 17 [PHRASE 短语]你有什么好说的；你有什么要辩解的 If someone asks what you have to say for yourself, they are asking what excuse you have for what you have done. 'Well,' she said eventually, 'what have you to say for yourself?' “那么”，她最后说，“你有什么好说的？” 18 [PHRASE 短语]显而易见；不言而喻；不用说 If something goes without saying, it is obvious. [oft it PHR that] It goes without saying that if someone has lung problems they should not smoke. 不用说，有肺病的人不应吸烟。 19 [PHRASE 短语]发表意见；阐述观点 When one of the people or groups involved in a discussion has their say, they give their opinion. [V inflects] The Football Association have had their say. 足协已经发表了意见。 20 [PHRASE 短语](用于对很多人不喜欢的人或事物表示赞赏时)随你怎么说，不管你怎么认为 You use 'Say what you like about someone or something' when you are about to mention one good thing about a person or thing that many people do not like. [PHR cl] Say what you like about them, but they did love their Mum. 随你怎么说，但他们确实爱自己的妈妈。 21 [CONVENTION 惯用语](尤指乐于接受他人刚刚提出要给予自己的东西)我不反对，我没意见，好哇 You use 'I wouldn't say no' to indicate that you would like something, especially something that has just been offered to you. [formulae] [INFORMAL 非正式] I wouldn't say no to a drink. 我倒想喝一杯。 22 [PHRASE 短语](引出语气更重或更极端的描述)即使不说是…,虽不能说… You can use not to say when adding a stronger or more extreme description than the one you have just used. [usu PHR adj] To those who've never received million dollar royalty cheques, this sounded a little odd, not to say offensive. 对于那些从没有收到过上百万美元版权费的人来说，这听起来就算不令人反感，至少也让人觉得有点儿怪。 23 [PHRASE 短语]更不用说；何况 You use to say nothing of when you mention an additional thing which gives even more strength to the point you are making. [PHR n] Unemployment leads to a sense of uselessness, to say nothing of financial problems. 失业会让人觉得自己一无是处，更何况还会带来经济问题。 24 [PHRASE 短语](用于提醒别人所说话可能会具有冒犯性或令人震惊)可以说 You use shall I say and shall we say in order to warn someone that what you are about to say may cause offence or be surprising. [PHR with cl/group] ...whereas when you get older you're rather set in your ways, shall I say... 然而随着年纪渐长，可以说，你的大局已定了。 My involvement has not been altogether, shall we say, ethical. 可以说，我的参与还不是完全合乎道德。 25 [PHRASE 短语]亦即；也就是说；换句话说 You use that is to say or that's to say to indicate that you are about to express the same idea more clearly or precisely. [PHR with cl/group] [FORMAL 正式] ...territories that were occupied in 1967, that is to say, in the West Bank and Gaza. 1967年被占的领土，也就是约旦河西岸和加沙地带的被占领土 26 [CONVENTION 惯用语]让你说对了；一点没错；我同意；说得太对了 You can use 'You can say that again' to express strong agreement with what someone has just said. [emphasis] [INFORMAL 非正式] 'Must have been a fiddly job.' — 'You can say that again.' “那一定是件精细活。”——“说得太对了。” 27 to say the least→see: least ； needless to say→see: needless ；
Oxford	say ★ / seɪ ; NAmE seɪ / verb , noun , exclamation say says said saying verb ★ ( says / sez ; NAmE sez / said , said / sed ; NAmE sed / ) speak 说 1 ★ [intransitive , transitive ] to speak or tell sb sth, using words 说；讲；告诉 + speech ◆ ‘Hello!’ she said. “你好！”她说。 ◆ ‘That was marvellous,’ said Daniel. “好极了。”丹尼尔说。 HELP In stories the subject often comes after said, saysor saywhen it follows the actual words spoken, unless it is a pronoun. 在故事、小说中用于直接引语后面时，往往先出 said、says 或 say，再出主语，除非主语是代词。 saysth ◆ Be quiet, I have something to say. 安静，我有话要说。 ◆ I didn't believe a word she said. 她说的话我一句都不信。 ◆ That's a terrible thing to say. 这话说不得。 ◆ He knew that if he wasn't back by midnight, his parents would have something to say about it (= be angry). 他知道，要是他半夜还不回去，父母就会不高兴。 saysth to sb ◆ She said nothing to me about it. 她没有跟我说过这件事。 sayto sb/yourself + speech ◆ I said to myself (= thought),‘That can't be right!’ 我心里想：“这不对呀！” say(that)… ◆ He said (that) his name was Sam. 他说他叫萨姆。 it is said that… ◆ It is said that she lived to be over 100. 据说她活了 100 多岁。 say(what, how, etc…) ◆ She finds it hard to say what she feels. 她觉得心里的感受难以言述。 ◆ ‘That's impossible!’ ‘ So you say (= but I think you may be wrong).’ “这不可能！”“不见得。” ◆ ‘Why can't I go out now?’ ‘Because I say so.’ “为什么现在不让我出去？”“因为我说了算。” ◆ ‘What do you want it for?’ ‘ I'd rather not say.’ “你要这做什么？”“我还是不说的好。” sayto do sth ◆ He said to meet him here. 他说来这儿跟他见面。 sb/sth is said to be/have sth ◆ He is said to have been a brilliant scholar. 据说他曾是个了不起的学者。 repeat words 复述 2 ★ [transitive ] saysth to repeat words, phrases, etc. 念；朗诵；背诵 ◆ to say a prayer 诵读经文 ◆ Try to say that line with more conviction. 朗诵这一句时语气要更加坚定。 express opinion 表达见解 3 ★ [transitive , intransitive ] to express an opinion on sth 表达，表述（见解） saysth ◆ Say what you like (= although you disagree)about her, she's a fine singer. 随你怎么说，反正她唱歌唱得很好。 ◆ I'll say this for them,they're a very efficient company. 我要为他们说句公道话，他们公司的效率的确很高。 ◆ Anna thinks I'm lazy— what do you say (= what is your opinion)? 安娜觉得我懒，你说呢？ say(that)… ◆ I can't say I blameher for resigning (= I think she was right). 她辞职，我不能说她不对。 ◆ I say (= suggest)we go without them. 依我说，我们自己去，不带他们。 ◆ I wouldn't saythey were rich (= in my opinion they are not rich). 要我说的话，他们并不富裕。 ◆ That's not to sayit's a bad movie (= it is good but it is not without faults). 并不是说这部电影很糟糕。 say(what, how, etc…) ◆ It's hard to saywhat caused the accident. 很难说造成事故的原因是什么。 ◆ ‘When will it be finished?’ ‘ I couldn't say (= I don't know).’ “什么时候能完？”“不好说。” give example 举例 4 ★ [transitive , no passive ] to suggest or give sth as an example or a possibility 比方说；假设 saysth/sb ◆ You could learn the basics in, let's say,three months. 比方说，三个月你就可以掌握基本知识。 ◆ Let's take any writer, say (= for example)Dickens… 我们随便举一个作家为例，比如说狄更斯… say(that)… ◆ Say you lose your job: what would you do then? 假设你把工作丢了，那你怎么办呢？ show thoughts/feelings 表明思想╱感情 5 ★ [transitive ] saysth (to sb) to make thoughts, feelings, etc. clear to sb by using words, looks, movements, etc. 表明，显示，表达（思想、感情） ◆ His angry glance said it all. 他那愤愤的一瞥就道出了一切。 ◆ That says it allreally, doesn't it? (= it shows clearly what is true) 这实际上就说明了一切，是不是？ ◆ Just what is the artist trying to say in her work? 这位艺术家究竟要在作品中表现什么呢？ give written information 标示 6 ★ [transitive , no passive ] (of sth that is written or can be seen 书面材料或可见的东西 ) to give particular information or instructions 提供信息；指示 + speech ◆ The notice said ‘Keep Out’. 告示上写着“禁止入内”。 saysth ◆ The clock said three o'clock. 时钟显示三点整。 say(that)… ◆ The instructions say (that) we should leave it to set for four hours. 说明书上说我们应让它凝结四小时。 saywhere, why, etc… ◆ The book doesn't say where he was born. 书上没说他是在哪儿出生的。 sayto do sth ◆ The guidebook says to turn left. 旅游指南上说应向左拐。 IDIOMS before you can say Jack ˈRobinson ( old-fashioned) very quickly; in a very short time 转瞬间；一刹那；说时迟，那时快 ˌgo without ˈsaying to be very obvious or easy to predict 不用说；显而易见 ◆ Of course I'll help you. That goes without saying. 我当然会帮你。这还用说吗？ have something, nothing, etc. to ˈsay for yourself to be ready, unwilling, etc. to talk or give your views on sth 有话（或没什么等）要说 ◆ She doesn't have much to say for herself (= doesn't take part in conversation). 她没多少要说的。 ◆ He had plenty to say for himself (= he had a lot of opinions and was willing to talk). 他有一肚子的话要说。 ◆ Late again—what have you got to say for yourself (= what is your excuse)? 又迟到了，这回你有什么借口呢？ ˌhaving ˈsaid that ( informal) used to introduce an opinion that makes what you have just said seem less strong （用以缓和语气）虽然这么说，话虽如此 ◆ I sometimes get worried in this job. Having said that, I enjoy doing it, it's a challenge. 我有时会为这份工作而感到忧虑。话虽如此，我还是满喜欢干的，因为这是一个挑战。 ˈI'll say! ( old-fashioned, informal) used for emphasis to say ‘yes’ （明确表示肯定）当然，我敢说，没错 ◆ ‘Does she see him often?’ ‘I'll say! Nearly every day.’ “她常去找他吗？”“没错！差不多天天去。” I ˈmust say ( informal) used to emphasize an opinion （强调所发表的意见） ◆ Well, I must say, that's the funniest thing I've heard all week. 嘿，听我说，这是我整整一周听到的最好笑的事情。 ˌI ˈsay ( old-fashioned) ( BrE informal) 1 used to express surprise, shock, etc. （表示惊奇、震惊等） ◆ I say! What a huge cake! 乖乖！多大的一个蛋糕啊！ 2 used to attract sb's attention or introduce a new subject of conversation （用以引起注意或引出新的话题） ◆ I say, can you lend me five pounds? 我说，你能借我五英镑吗？ it says a ˈlot, very ˈlittle, etc. for sb/sth ( informal) it shows a good/bad quality that sb/sth has 说明某人（或某事物）很好（或不怎么样等） ◆ It says a lot for her that she never lost her temper. 她从没发过脾气，这说明她很有涵养。 ◆ It didn't say much for their efficiency that the order arrived a week late. 订货晚到了一个星期，可见他们的效率难以恭维。 I ˌwouldn't say ˈno (to sth) ( informal) used to say that you would like sth or to accept sth that is offered （表示想要或愿意接受某物） ◆ I wouldn't say no to a pizza. 我倒是想来块比萨饼。 ◆ ‘Tea, Brian?’ ‘I wouldn't say no.’ “要喝茶吗，布赖恩？”“好哇。” ˌleast ˈsaid ˌsoonest ˈmended ( BrE) ( saying) a bad situation will pass or be forgotten most quickly if nothing more is said about it 只要没人再说，事情就会过去 the less/least said the ˈbetter the best thing to do is say as little as possible about sth 少说为妙 ˌnever say ˈdie ( saying) do not stop hoping 别泄气；别气馁；不言放弃 not say boo to a ˈgoose ( BrE) ( NAmE not say boo to ˈanyone ) to be very shy or gentle 非常胆怯；十分温和 ◆ He's so nervous he wouldn't say boo to a goose. 他紧张得连大气都不敢喘。 ˈnot to say used to introduce a stronger way of describing sth （引出语气更重的描述）即使不是…，虽不能说… ◆ a difficult, not to say impossible, task 即便不是办不到，也是难办到的一项任务 say ˈcheese used to ask sb to smile before you take their photograph （照相前请人微笑时说）“茄子” ★ say ˈno (to sth) to refuse an offer, a suggestion, etc. 拒绝；否定 ◆ If you don't invest in this, you're saying no to a potential fortune. 你如果不在这上面投资，那是存心不想发财。 ˌsay no ˈmore ( informal) used to say that you understand exactly what sb means or is trying to say, so it is unnecessary to say anything more 我早知道了；还用你说 ◆ ‘They went to Paris together.’ ‘Say no more!’ “他们一起去了巴黎。”“我早知道了！” ˌsay your ˈpiece to say exactly what you feel or think 说出心里话 say ˈwhat? ( NAmE) ( informal) used to express surprise at what sb has just said （表示惊奇）你说什么 ◆ ‘He's getting married.’ ‘Say what?’ “他快结婚了。”“你说什么？” say ˈwhen used to ask sb to tell you when you should stop pouring a drink or serving food for them because they have enough （给饮料或食物时说）够了请说一声 ˈthat is to say in other words 换句话说；也就是说 ◆ three days from now, that is to say on Friday 三天以后，也就是说星期五 that's not ˈsaying much used to say that sth is not very unusual or special 也没什么了不起；这说明不了什么 ◆ She's a better player than me, but that's not saying much (= because I am a very bad player). 她比我高明，但那也没什么了不起（因为我很差）。 that ˈsaid used to introduce an opinion that makes what you have just said seem less strong （用以缓和语气）话虽如此 there's no ˈsaying used to say that it is impossible to predict what might happen 说不准；很难说 ◆ There's no saying how he'll react. 很难说他会有何种反应。 there's something, not much, etc. to be said for sth/doing sth there are/are not good reasons for doing sth, believing sth or agreeing with sth 有（或没有太多等）理由去做（或相信、同意）某事 to ˌsay the ˈleast without exaggerating at all 毫不夸张地说 ◆ I was surprised, to say the least. 毫不夸张地说，我感到吃惊。 to say ˈnothing of sth used to introduce a further fact or thing in addition to those already mentioned 更不用说…；而且还 SYN not to mention ◆ It was too expensive, to say nothing of the time it wasted. 这太贵了，更不用说它浪费的时间了。 well ˈsaid! ( informal) I agree completely 说得好；完全赞同 ◆ ‘We must stand up for ourselves.’ ‘Well said, John.’ “我们必须自己起来保护自己。”“说得好，约翰。” ˌwhat do/would you ˈsay (to sth/doing sth) ( informal) would you like sth/to do sth? 你同意…吗；你看…好不好 ◆ What do you say to eating out tonight? 今晚到外边吃饭，怎么样？ ◆ Let's go away for a weekend. What do you say? 我们出去过周末，你说好不好？ what/whatever sb says, ˈgoes ( informal, often humorous) a particular person must be obeyed 凡是…说的，都得照办；无论…说什么，都能行得通 ◆ Sarah wanted the kitchen painted green, and what she says, goes. 萨拉想把厨房刷成绿色，而她说什么，就得照办。 whatever you ˈsay ( informal) used to agree to sb's suggestion because you do not want to argue （因不想争论而同意）由你，随你 when ˌall is said and ˈdone when everything is considered 说到底；毕竟；归根到底 ◆ I know you're upset, but when all's said and done it isn't exactly a disaster. 我知道你挺沮丧的，但说到底，事情并没什么大不了的。 who can ˈsay (…)? used to say that nobody knows the answer to a question 谁知道（…） ◆ Who can say what will happen next year? 谁能说得出明年会发生什么事？ who ˈsays (…)? ( informal) used to disagree with a statement or an opinion （表示不同意）谁说（…） ◆ Who says I can't do it? 谁说我干不了这个？ who's to say (…)? used to say that sth might happen or might have happened in a particular way, because nobody really knows （表示说不定某事会发生或本来会发生）谁说得准（…） ◆ Who's to say we would not have succeeded if we'd had more time? 要是时间更充裕，没准儿我们就已成功了，谁说得准呢？ you can say ˈthat again ( informal) I agree with you completely 让你说对了；一点没错；正是这样 ◆ ‘He's in a bad mood today.’ ‘You can say that again!’ “他今天情绪不好。”“让你说对了！” you can't say ˈfairer (than ˈthat) ( BrE) ( informal) used to say that you think the offer you are making is reasonable or generous （出价时说）再公道不过了 ◆ Look, I'll give you £100 for it. I can't say fairer than that. 你看，我出 100 英镑买它，这再公道不过了。 you don't ˈsay! ( informal, often ironic) used to express surprise 我就知道；不会吧；不至于吧 ◆ ‘They left without us.’ ‘You don't say!’ (= I'm not surprised) “他们撇下我们自个儿走了。”“真的吗？” you ˈsaid it! ( informal) 1 ( BrE) used to agree with sb when they say sth about themselves that you would not have been rude enough to say yourself （同意对方所作而碍于礼貌自己不便作出的评价）这话可是你说的 ◆ ‘I know I'm not the world's greatest cook.’ ‘You said it!’ “我知道我的饭菜做得不是太好。”“这话可是你说的！” 2 ( NAmE) used to agree with sb's suggestion （同意对方的提议）正合我心意 ☞more at dare v. , easy adv. , enough pron. , glad , let v. , mean v. , mind v. , needless , record n. , soon , sorry adj. , suffice , word n. noun [singular , uncountable ] say(in sth) the right to influence sth by giving your opinion before a decision is made 决定权；发言权 ◆ We had no say in the decision to sell the company. 在决定出售公司的问题上，我们没有发言权。 ◆ People want a greater say in local government. 人们要求在当地的政务中有更大的发言权。 ◆ The judge has the final say on the sentence. 法官对判决有最后的决定权。 IDIOM have your ˈsay ( informal) to have the opportunity to express yourself fully about sth 有机会充分发表意见 ◆ She won't be happy until she's had her say. 她要把话都说出来才舒畅。 ☞see also say your piece exclamation ( NAmE) ( informal) 1 used for showing surprise or pleasure （表示惊讶或兴奋）嘿，啧啧 ◆ Say, that's a nice haircut! 啧啧，这个头发剪得很漂亮！ 2 used for attracting sb's attention or for making a suggestion or comment （提请别人注意、提出建议或作出评论）喂，我说 ◆ Say, how about going to a movie tonight? 我说，今晚去看场电影怎么样？ WHICH WORD? 词语辨析 say / tell ■ Saynever has a person as the object. You say somethingor say something to somebody. Sayis often used when you are giving somebody’s exact words. say 从不以人作宾语，可说 say something 或 say something to somebody。say 常与直接引语连用： ◆ ‘Sit down,’ she said. “坐下。”她说。 ◆ Anne said, ‘I’m tired.’ 安妮说：“我累了。” ◆ Anne said (that) she was tired. 安妮说她累了。 ◆ What did he say to you? 他对你说了些什么？ You cannot use ‘say about’, but say something aboutis correct. 不能用 say about，但可说 say something about： ◆ I want to say something /a few words /a little about my family. 我想谈谈我的家庭。 Saycan also be used with a clause when the person you are talking to is not mentioned. 没有指明说话对象时，say 亦可与从句连用： ◆ She didn’t say what she intended to do. 她没说她想做什么。 ■ Tellusually has a person as the object and often has two objects. tell 常带有两个宾语，其中一个通常是人： ◆ Have you told him the news yet? 你告诉他这消息了吗？ It is often used with ‘that’ clauses. 该词常与 that 从句连用： ◆ Anne told me (that) she was tired. 安妮对我说她累了。 Tellis usually used when somebody is giving facts or information, often with what, where,etc. *tell 通常在某人告知事实或提供信息时使用，常与 what、where 等词连用： ◆ Can you tell me when the movie starts? 你能告诉我电影什么时候开演吗？ (BUT 但： ◆ Can you give me some information about the school? 你能给我讲讲这所学校的情况吗？ ) Tellis also used when you are giving somebody instructions. 发出指示时亦可用 tell： ◆ The doctor told me to stay in bed. 医生要我卧床休息。 ◆ The doctor told me (that) I had to stay in bed. 医生对我说我必须卧床休息。 OR 或： ◆ The doctor said (that) I had to stay in bed. 医生说我必须卧床休息。 NOT 不能说： ◆ The doctor said me to stay in bed. say / seɪ ; NAmE seɪ / says / sez ; NAmE sez / said / sed ; NAmE sed /
LDC	say1 verb say2 noun say3 interjection saysay1 /seɪ/ ●●● S1 W1 verb (past tense and past participle said /sed/, third person singular says /sez/) Entry menu Word Origin Verb Table Examples Thesaurus Collocations Phrases 1express something in words [intransitive only in negatives, transitive] to express an idea, feeling, thought etc using words: ‘I’m so tired,’ she said. ‘Don’t cry,’ he said softly. Don’t believe anything he says.say (that) A spokesman said that the company had improved its safety standards. I always said I would buy a motorbike when I had enough money.say how/why/who etc Did she say what happened? I would like to say how much we appreciate your hard work. ‘Why did she leave?’ ‘I don’t know – she didn’t say.’say something to somebody What did you say to her? ‘This is strange,’ he said to himself.a terrible/silly/strange etc thing to say What a silly thing to say!say hello/goodbye/thank you etc (=say something to greet someone, thank someone etc) She left without saying goodbye.say you’re sorry (=apologize) I’ve said I’m sorry – what more do you want?say yes/no (to something) (=agree or refuse) Can I go, Mum? Oh, please say yes!say nothing/anything/something (about something) He looked as if he was going to say something. I wished I had said nothing about Jordi.have anything/nothing/something to say Does anyone else have anything to say? Although he didn’t say so, it was clear that he was in pain. What makes you say that (=why do you think that)?say to do something (=tell someone to do something) Nina said to meet her at 4.30. I’d like to say a few words (=make a short speech). ‘So what are your plans now?’ ‘I’d rather not say.’ → see Thesaurus box on 000000RegisterIn written English, people often avoid using say when referring to opinions or ideas expressed by another writer. Instead, they prefer to use a more formal verb such as argue, assert, claim, or maintain.2give information [transitive] to give information in the form of written words, numbers, or pictures – used about signs, clocks, letters, messages etc: The sign said ‘Back in 10 minutes.’ The clock said twenty past three.say (that) He received a letter saying that the appointment had been cancelled.say to do something (=give information about what you should do) The label says to take one tablet before meals.say who/what/how etc The card doesn’t even say who sent the flowers. It says here they have live music.3mean [transitive] used to talk about what someone means: What do you think the writer is trying to say in this passage? So what you’re saying is, there’s none left.be saying (that) Are you saying I’m fat? I’m not saying it’s a bad idea. All I’m saying is that it might be better to wait a while.GRAMMAR Say is usually used in the progressive in this meaning.4think that something is true [transitive] used to talk about something that people think is truethey say/people say/ it is said (that) They say that she has been all over the world. It is said that he was a spy during the war.somebody is said to be something/do something He’s said to be the richest man in the world. Well, you know what they say – blood’s thicker than water. The rest, as they say, is history.5show/be a sign of something [transitive] a)to show clearly that something is true about someone or something’s character: The kind of car you drive says what kind of person you are. The fact that she never apologized says a lot about (=shows very clearly) what kind of person she is. It said a lot for the manager (=it showed that he is good) that the team remained confident despite losing. These results don’t say much for the quality of teaching (=they show that it is not very good). b)to show what someone is really feeling or thinking, especially without using words: The look on her face said ‘I love you.’something says everything/says it all His expression said it all.6speak the words of something [transitive] to speak the words that are written in a play, poem, or prayer: Can you say that line again, this time with more feeling? I’ll say a prayer for you.7pronounce [transitive] to pronounce a word or sound: How do you say your last name?8suggest/suppose something [transitive] used when suggesting or supposing that something might happen or be true... say ... If we put out, say, twenty chairs, would that be enough?let’s say (that)/just say (that) Let’s say your plan fails, then what? Just say you won the lottery – what would you do?GRAMMAR Say is usually used in the imperative or with let’s in this meaning.9say to yourself to try to persuade yourself that something is true or not true: I kept saying to myself that this wasn’t really happening.SPOKEN PHRASES10I must say (also I have to say) used to emphasize what you are saying: The cake does look good, I must say. I have to say I was impressed.11I can’t say (that) used to say that you do not think or feel something: I can’t say I envy her being married to him!12I would say used for giving your opinion even though other people may not agree: I’d say he was jealous.13I couldn’t say used when you do not know the answer to something: I couldn’t say who will win.14if I may say so (also if I might say so) formal used to be polite when saying something that may embarrass or offend the person you are talking to: That’s just the point, Mr Glover, if I may say so.15having said that used to say that something is true in spite of what you have just said: The diet can make you slim without exercise. Having said that, however, exercise is important too.16wouldn’t you say? used to ask someone whether they agree with the statement you have just made: It seems very unlikely, wouldn’t you say?17what do you say? used to ask someone if they agree with a suggestion: We could go into partnership – what do you say? What do you say we all go to a movie? What would you say to a meal out?18say no more used to say that you understand what someone means, although they have not said it directly: ‘I saw him leaving her house at 6.30 this morning.’ ‘Say no more!’19you can say that again! used to say that you completely agree with someone: ‘It’s cold in here.’ ‘You can say that again!’20you said it! a)used when someone says something that you agree with, although you would not have actually said it yourself because it is not polite: ‘I was always stubborn as a kid.’ ‘You said it!’ b)especially American English used to say that you agree with someone: ‘Let’s go home.’ ‘You said it! I’m tired.’21who says? used to say that you do not agree with a statement, opinion etc: Who says museum work doesn’t pay?22who can say? (also who’s to say?) used to say that nobody can know something: Who can say what will happen between now and then? Many women believe that skin cream makes their skin look younger, and who’s to say that they’re wrong?23you don’t say! used to show you are surprised by what someone has told you – also often used when you are not at all surprised by what someone has told you24say when used to ask someone to tell you when to stop pouring them a drink or serving them food because they have got enough25say cheese used to tell people to smile when you are taking their photograph26(just) say the word used to tell someone that they have only to ask and you will do what they want: Anywhere you want to go, just say the word.27I’ll say this/that (much) for somebody used when you want to mention something good about someone, especially when you have been criticizing them: I will say this for Tom – at least he’s consistent. You’ve got determination – I’ll say that for you.28say what you like especially British English used when giving an opinion that you are sure is correct, even if the person you are talking to might disagree with you: Say what you like about him, he’s a very good writer.29anything/whatever you say used to tell someone that you agree to do what they want, accept their opinion etc, especially because you do not want an argument30can’t say fairer than that British English used to say that you have made the best offer that you can: If I win, I’ll buy you a drink. Can’t say fairer than that.31I wouldn’t say no (to something) used to say that you would like something: I wouldn’t say no to a coffee.32I’ll say! used to say yes to a question, in a strong way: ‘Was there a big argument?’ ‘I’ll say!’33let’s just say used when you do not want to give a lot of details about something: Let’s just say she wasn’t very pleased about it.34shall I/we say used when you are not quite sure how to describe someone or something: He is, shall we say, slightly unusual.35what have you got to say for yourself? used to ask someone for an explanation when they have done something wrong36say what? informal especially American English used when you did not hear what someone said or when you cannot believe that something is true37I say British English old-fashioned a)used to get someone’s attention: I say, don’t I know you? b)used before giving your reaction to something: ‘My husband’s broken his leg.’ ‘I say! I’m sorry to hear that.’38say something to somebody’s face informal to criticize someone or say something unpleasant directly to them instead of saying it to someone else: I knew they wanted me to leave, even though they wouldn’t say it to my face.39that’s not saying much used to say that it is not surprising that someone or something is better than another person or thing because the other person or thing is so bad: This version is better than the original, but that’s not saying much.40to say the least used to say that you could have described something, criticized someone etc a lot more severely than you have: Jane could have been more considerate, to say the least.41that is to say used before giving more details or being more exact about something: They, that’s to say Matt and John, were arguing about what to do.42that is not to say used to make sure the person you are talking to does not think something that is not true: I’m quite happy in my job but that’s not to say I’m going to do it for the rest of my life.43not to say especially British English used when adding a stronger description of something: The information is inadequate, not to say misleading.44a lot/something/not much etc to be said for (doing) something used to say that there are a lot of or not many advantages to something: There’s a lot to be said for taking a few days off now and then. It was a town with very little to be said for it.45to say nothing of something used to mention another thing involved in what you have just been talking about: It wasn’t much for three years’ work, to say nothing of the money it had cost.46have something to say about something to be angry about something: Her father would have something to say about it.47have a lot to say for yourself to talk a lot48not have much to say for yourself to not talk very much49what somebody says goes used to emphasize who is in control in a situation: My wife wants to go to Italy this year, and what she says goes!50say your piece to give your opinion about something, especially something you do not like → wouldn’t say boo to a goose at boo2(3) , → easier said than done at easy2(4) , → enough said at enough2(6) , → it goes without saying at go without , → needless to say at needless(1) , → no sooner said than done at soon(9) , → not say/breathe a word at word1(10) , → well said at well1(13) , → when all’s said and done at all1(17) GRAMMAR: Comparisonsay• You say something to someone: · The principal said a few words to us. ✗Don’t say: say someone something• You use say with speech marks (‘...’) when quoting the exact words that someone used: · ‘I’m sorry I’m late,’ she said.· Joe said: ‘I’ll be back soon.’• You use say (that) when reporting what someone said:· She said that she was sorry she was late.· Joe said he would be back soon.After said, the verb in the other clause is usually also in the past tense.tell• You tell someone something: · Diane told me the news.· He told us a long story. ✗Don’t say: tell something to someone• You tell someone about something that has happened: · She told me about the accident. ✗Don’t say: He told about the accident.• You use tell someone (that) when reporting what someone said: · I told them that I was sorry.· The teacher told me I could go home. After told, the verb in the other clause is usually also in the past tense. ✗Don’t say: He told that he was sorry.Grammar guide ‒ VERBSCOLLOCATIONSthings that you saysay hello/goodbye· I came to say goodbye.say thank you· I just wanted to say thank you for being there.say sorry/say that you’re sorry· It was probably too late to say sorry.say yes/no· Some parents are unable to say no to their children.say something/anything/nothing· I was about to say something to him when he looked up and smiled.say some words· She stopped abruptly, suddenly afraid to say the words aloud.adverbssay so· If you don’t know the answer, don’t be afraid to say so.phrasesa terrible/stupid/odd etc thing to say· I know it’s a terrible thing to say, but I wish he’d just go away.have something/anything/nothing to say· He usually has something to say about just about everything.THESAURUSto say somethingsay to tell someone something, using words: · ‘I really ought to go,’ she said.· Lauren said she’d probably be late.state to say something, especially in a definite or formal way – used in official contexts: · The witness stated that he had never seen the woman before.· Please state your name and address.announce to publicly tell people about something: · The chairman announced his resignation.· The results will be announced tomorrow.· We will announce the winners next Sunday.· They were announcing the train times over the loudspeaker system.declare to say something very firmly: · ‘My personal life is none of your business,’ she declared.mention to talk about someone or something, especially without giving many details: · Did Tom mention anything about what happened at school?· Your name was mentioned!express to let someone know your feelings by putting them into words: · Young children often find it difficult to express their emotions.comment to say what your opinion is about someone or something: · The prime minister was asked to comment on the crisis.note/remark formal to say that you have noticed that something is true – used especially in formal writing: · We have already noted that most old people live alone.· Someone once remarked that the problem with computers is that they only give you answers.add to say something more, after what has already been said: · He added that he thought it could be done fairly cheaply.point out to mention something that seems particularly important or relevant: · Dr Graham points out that most children show some signs of abnormal behaviour.· It’s worth pointing out that few people actually die of this disease.air to talk about your opinions, worries, or the things you disagree about: air your views/grievances/differences: · The programme will give listeners the chance to air their views about immigration.· Workers were able to air their grievances.voice to talk publicly about your feelings or about whether you approve or disapprove of something formal: voice concern/support/doubt/fears etc: · The president has already voiced his support for the proposal.· She voiced concern for the safety of the hostages.different ways of saying somethingwhisper to say something very quietly, using your breath rather than your full voice: · ‘Don’t wake the baby,’ Jenny whispered.mumble to say something quietly without pronouncing the words clearly: · He mumbled his thanks.mutter to say something quietly, especially when you are annoyed but do not want someone to hear you complaining: · ‘This is ridiculous,’ he muttered under his breath.· She muttered something about having to go home early.murmur to say something in a soft slow gentle voice: · She stroked his hair and murmured, ‘Don’t worry. You’ll be all right.’growl to say something in a low angry voice: · ‘As I was saying,’ Lewis growled, ‘it needs to be finished today.’snarl to say something in a nasty angry way: · ‘Get out of my way!’ he snarled.exclaim to say something suddenly and loudly: · ‘How beautiful!’ she exclaimed.blurt out to suddenly say something without thinking, especially something embarrassing or secret: · It was partly nervousness that had made him blurt out the question.stammer/stutter to speak with a lot of pauses and repeated sounds, because you have a speech problem, or because you are nervous or excited: · ‘I’ll, I’ll only be a m-moment,’ he stammered. say1 verb say2 noun say3 interjection saysay2 ●●○ noun [singular, uncountable] Examples Thesaurus Collocations Phrases 1the right to take part in deciding somethinghave some/no/little say in something The workers had no say in how the factory was run. The chairman has the final say (=has the right to make the final decision about something).2have your say to have the opportunity to give your opinion about something: You’ll get a chance to have your say.say in/on Parents can have their say in the decision-making process. say1 verb say2 noun say3 interjection saysay3 interjection American English informal Examples Collocations Phrases used to express surprise, or to get someone’s attention so that you can tell them something: Say, haven’t I seen you before somewhere?
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