A short, pithy expression that generally contains advice or wisdom. The saying 'actions speak louder than words' is often used to emphasize the importance of what people do rather than what they say.
A commonly repeated phrase or statement that is widely recognized. The saying 'when in Rome, do as the Romans do' suggests that one should adapt to the customs of the place they are visiting.
The act of expressing something in words; utterance. The saying of the pledge was carried out solemnly.
To utter words so as to convey information, an opinion, a feeling, or intention, or an instruction. She said she would be late to the meeting.
To express in words; to state or declare. He said his name was John.
To recite or repeat something from memory. The children were asked to say the Pledge of Allegiance.
To indicate or show something in words or writing. The sign says 'No Parking'.
To assume or suppose for the sake of argument; to posit hypothetically. Let's say we arrive early—what will we do while we wait?