dire
to say / to tell
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/diʁ/
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Cultural Note
'Dire' is one of the most common French verbs. The expression 'c'est-à-dire' (that is to say) is ubiquitous in French speech and reflects the French habit of clarifying and rephrasing ideas.
📝 Example Sentences
Qu'est-ce que tu veux dire ?
What do you mean?
Il m'a dit qu'il m'aimait.
He told me he loved me.