tells
Pronunciation: [tɛlz]
Context: "communication"
(verb) to say something to someone or to give them information. When you tell someone a story, you are sharing the story with them using your words.
Example
She tells me interesting stories about her travels.
Example
He doesn't tell me anything about his plans.
Example
What did your teacher tell you about the homework?
Context: "disclosure"
(verb) to inform someone about a fact or piece of information. This can mean sharing secrets or important news with someone.
Example
He tells his best friend all of his secrets.
Example
She never tells anyone her private thoughts.
Example
How often do you tell your family about your day?
Context: "instruction"
(verb) to give someone directions or instructions. When you tell someone how to do something, you are explaining the steps they need to follow.
Example
The coach tells the players what they need to do during the game.
Example
He didn't tell me how to fix the broken toy.
Example
Can you tell me how to get to the library?
Context: "narration"
(verb) to narrate or relate a story to someone. When you tell a story, you are describing events and characters through your words.
Example
My grandmother tells me bedtime stories every night.
Example
He didn’t tell the story very well, so no one understood it.
Example
What story did you tell at the party?