Mixing up 'Decir' and 'Hablar'

`Dices` is how you say 'you say' or 'you tell' when talking to one friend or family member (the 'tú' form). It comes from the super common but tricky verb `decir`.

The 'You' Form of 'Decir'

Notice how the 'e' in `decir` changes to an 'i' in `dices`. This is a common pattern for some verbs, but you just have to memorize it for `decir`.

A Tricky Vowel Change

`Decir` can mean both 'to say' and 'to tell'. If you're telling *someone* something, you'll often see it with a little word like 'me', 'te', or 'le'. For example, `¿Qué me dices?` means 'What are you telling me?'

Say vs. Tell

Extremely common. One of the first verb forms you'll learn and use daily.

Learn the meaning of 'dices' (you say/tell) in Spanish. See full conjugations for the verb 'decir', example sentences, and common usage tips for this essential A1-level word.

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indicative

present

preterite

imperfect

future

conditional

subjunctive

present

imperfect

imperative

affirmative

negative

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