This is the 1597th most frequent Spanish word.
digo
"I say" or "I mean."
Here, 'digo' is used in the context of 'I say' or 'I state', presenting a thought or opinion.
Digo que es importante estudiar cada día.
I say that it is important to study every day.
In this sentence, 'digas'—a form derived from 'digo'—is employed in the imperative mood to express a prohibitive command.
No digas eso en público, porque puede ser ofensivo.
Do not say that in public, because it may be offensive.
Here, 'digo' is used as 'I mean', clarifying or giving emphasis to the preceding statement.