Basic Details
Word: Said
Part of Speech: Verb (past tense of "say"); Adjective (used before a noun to refer to something already mentioned)
Meaning:
- Verb: Past tense and past participle of "say," meaning to express something in words.
- Adjective: Referring to something that has already been mentioned.
Synonyms (verb): Stated, mentioned, declared, uttered
Antonyms (verb): Unspoken, quiet, unsaid
Idioms and Phrases
- Easier said than done: Something may sound simple but is difficult to accomplish.
Example: "Quitting junk food is easier said than done."
- Needless to say: Used when something is obvious and does not need to be stated.
Example: "Needless to say, hard work is essential for success."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She said she would help me with my homework.
Example 2: The teacher said that the exam would be next Monday.
Example 3: The said rules must be followed by all participants.
Fun Fact
The word "said" is one of the most frequently used words in the English language, especially in storytelling and dialogue.
Famous Quote
"Well done is better than well said." - Benjamin Franklin
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What part of speech is "said"?
a) Noun
b) Verb
c) Adjective
d) Both verb and adjective
Answer: d) Both verb and adjective
2. Which of these is a synonym of "said" (as a verb)?
a) Stated
b) Silent
c) Hidden
d) Ignored
Answer: a) Stated
3. Which phrase means "something is easier to talk about than to do"?
a) Needless to say
b) Easier said than done
c) Say the word
d) Nothing said, nothing gained
Answer: b) Easier said than done
4. Which sentence uses "said" correctly?
a) He said that he was tired.
b) She was saiding loudly.
c) The boy sayed the truth.
d) I saids my prayers daily.
Answer: a) He said that he was tired.
5. What does "needless to say" mean?
a) Something is very funny
b) Something is too obvious to mention
c) Something is hard to do
d) Something is repeated many times
Answer: b) Something is too obvious to mention
