Decir
Example: Quiero decirte algo importante esta tarde.
Definition
"Decir" is a Spanish verb meaning to express or communicate information, thoughts, or feelings verbally. It involves conveying a message or stating something to someone, as in the phrase 'Quiero decirte algo importante esta tarde,' which means 'I want to tell you something important this afternoon.'
Etymology
The Spanish verb "decir" comes from the Latin word 'dicere,' meaning 'to say' or 'to speak.' This root is also the origin of many related words in Romance languages. Did you know? The evolution from 'dicere' to 'decir' involved typical phonetic changes seen in Spanish, like the softening of the 'c' sound.
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"Decir" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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