Said vs Sayed

Learn why "said" is correct and "sayed" is incorrect.

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.

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.