aus|sagen
Translation
to state, to testify, to assert, to express
Examples
Der Zeuge sagt vor Gericht aus.
The witness testifies in court.
Das Bild sagt viel über ihn aus.
The picture says a lot about him.
Er sagt aus, dass er unschuldig ist.
He states that he is innocent.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((about sth.)) to state sth. about sth. The report states nothing about the causes.
((before sb.)) to testify before sb. He has to testify before the judge.
Similar Words
bezeugen (to testify), erklären (to explain), berichten (to report)
Etymology
Composed of 'aus' (out) and 'sagen' (to say). Literally means 'to say out'.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'saying' ('sagen') your thoughts 'out' ('aus') for everyone to hear, as in giving testimony.