diz

This is the 62nd most frequent Portuguese word.


diz

"Say" or "says" (third person singular of "dizer").


Here, 'diz' is used in a third-person singular context to indicate direct speech or statement.

Ele diz que vai chover amanhã.

He says it will rain tomorrow.


In this instance, 'diz' is used in a general sense, as part of a proverb, implying speaking or expressing an idea.

Quem diz o que quer, ouve o que não quer.

Who says what they want, hears what they don't want.


Here, 'diz' is used figuratively to describe what information is shown or expressed on a display.

O relógio diz que já são oito horas.

The clock says it's already eight o'clock.