How to correctly pronounce tell and what does tell mean?
tell
verb, noun
How to pronounce tell?
The word tell sounds like tell
/tɛl/
What is the definition of tell?
verbgive instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
verbgive evidence
Examples
- he was telling on all his former colleague
verbnarrate or give a detailed account of
verbinform positively and with certainty and confidence
Examples
- I tell you that man is a crook!
verbexpress in words
Examples
- tell me what is bothering you
nouna Swiss patriot who lived in the early 14th century and who was renowned for his skill as an archer; according to legend an Austrian governor compelled him to shoot an apple from his son's head with his crossbow (which he did successfully without mishap)
verbmark as different
verbdiscern or comprehend
Examples
- He could tell that she was unhappy
verblet something be known
What is the primary meaning of the word 'tell'?
- To communicate information to someone by speaking or writing.
- To reveal or disclose something.
What are other meanings of 'tell'?
- To instruct or order someone to do something.
- To indicate or signify.
What is the grammatical class of 'tell'?
- It is primarily a verb.
Can 'tell' be used as a noun?
- Yes, in some contexts, 'tell' can be used as a noun, such as in 'a tell in poker, indicating a tell about a player's hand.'
What are common phrases or idioms with 'tell'?
- Tell the truth
- Tell on someone
- Tell off
- Come and tell
- Won't tell anyone.
What is the etymology of 'tell'?
- Derived from Old English 'tellan,' related to Old High German 'zellen' and Latin 'dare,' meaning 'to give' or 'to tell.'
How do you conjugate the verb 'tell' in past tense?
- The past tense of 'tell' is 'told.'
What are some synonyms of 'tell'?
- Inform, disclose, relate, narrate, communicate, reveal.
What is the difference between 'tell' and 'say'?
- 'Tell' generally requires a listener and is often followed by a person or thing being told, whereas 'say' is used to indicate the act of speaking, often without specifying the listener.
Are there any phrasal verbs with 'tell'?
- Yes, such as 'tell off,' 'tell on,' 'tell apart,' and 'tell out.'
