Said vs Sayed
Learn why "said" is correct and "sayed" is incorrect.
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sayed
Incorrect spelling - ""Sayed"" is not a valid English form.
"sayed" is a common misspelling of "said". Always use "said" when referring to the correct word.
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said
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Said" is the past tense of say.
Definition of said
"said": "Said" is the past tense of say.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for said
- • stated
- • told
- • mentioned
Usage Examples
"Correct:" She said hello.
"Correct:" He said nothing.
"Correct:" They said yes.
"Correct:" She said the truth.
"Incorrect:" She sayed hello.
Notes:
- • Irregular verb form.
- • No -ed ending.
- • Very common grammar mistake.
- • Past tense of say is said.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct past tense?
A: Said.
Q: Is sayed correct?
A: No.
Q: Verb type?
A: Irregular verb.
Q: Common error?
A: Adding -ed.
Summary
"Said" is the correct past tense of say. "Sayed" is grammatically incorrect.