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tell vs say

say vs tell

tell is not a noun while say is a noun.

tell and say both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
tell No No Yes No
say Yes No Yes No
As verbs, tell and say are synonyms defined as:
  • tell and say: give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
Other synonyms of tell include enjoin, order.
As verbs, tell and say are synonyms defined as:
  • tell and say: express in words
Other synonyms of tell include state.
tell (noun) say (noun)
the chance to speak
tell (verb) say (verb)
discern or comprehend express in words
mark as different report or maintain
let something be known speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way
narrate or give a detailed account of express a supposition
give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
give evidence communicate or express nonverbally
express in words recite or repeat a fixed text
inform positively and with certainty and confidence indicate
state as one's opinion or judgement; declare
utter aloud
have or contain a certain wording or form
Difference between tell and say

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