Example: Ella tiene mucho que decir sobre ese tema importante.
Definition
"Tener mucho que decir" is a Spanish expression meaning to have many thoughts, opinions, or important information to share about a particular topic or situation. For example, someone who "tiene mucho que decir" on a subject has a lot to contribute to the discussion.
Translations
to have much to say
veel inbreng hebben
tenir molt a dir
avoir beaucoup à dire
viel zu sagen haben
Etymology
The phrase "tener mucho que decir" literally translates to "to have much to say" in English. It combines the verb "tener" (to have) with the phrase "mucho que decir" (much to say), reflecting the idea of possessing plenty to express. This expression has roots in everyday Spanish speech, emphasizing the act of holding many thoughts ready for communication.
Learn to use this expression actively
"Tener mucho que decir" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (C1) - parte 1", containing 120 commonly used expressions.
Would you like to not only understand these expressions, but also remember them and use them actively? Create a free account and select Spanish as the language you want to learn.
to have much to say