TOLD Meaning and
Definition
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Told is the past tense and past participle form of the verb "tell." The verb tell refers to the act of imparting or communicating something to someone verbally or through written or nonverbal means. When someone tells something, they are sharing information, giving an account, or recounting an experience. The verb often implies conveying facts, stories, opinions, instructions, or news to another person or a group of people.
The word "told" is used to describe the action of telling that has already happened in the past. It indicates that the act of communicating has already taken place, and the information or message has been relayed to the intended recipients. By using the past tense form "told," it signifies an event or series of events that have been reported in the past.
For example, one might say, "She told me about her trip to Paris," indicating that the person has already shared details about their visit to the French capital. Similarly, "He told them to be careful" suggests that the individual has already given instructions or advice to a group of people, alerting them to exercise caution.
In summary, "told" is the past tense and past participle form of "tell," signifying that the act of conveying information or sharing a message has occurred in the past.
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• Expressed in words; narrated.
• Pt. and pp. of tell, which see.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of TOLD
The word "told" originated from the Old English word "tǣlan" which means to reckon, consider, or account. This word eventually evolved into the Middle English word "tellen", which meant to count, number, or relate. Over time, the pronunciation and spelling changed to become the modern English word "told", retaining its original meaning of conveying or narrating something to someone.
Idioms with the word TOLD
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(if the) truth be told
The idiom "(if the) truth be told" is used when someone wants to make a candid or honest statement, often after discussing a topic or situation in a less genuine or accurate way. It implies that what is going to be said may not be widely known or acknowledged, but it is the real or actual truth.
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if I've told you once, I've told you a thousand times
The idiom "If I've told you once, I've told you a thousand times" is used to express frustration or annoyance when someone repeatedly fails to grasp or remember information or instructions despite being reminded multiple times. It emphasizes the speaker's exasperation with the listener's apparent inability to retain the information.
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if I’ve told you once, I’ve told you a thousand times
The idiom "if I've told you once, I've told you a thousand times" is used to express frustration or annoyance when someone repeatedly fails to follow or remember instructions or advice despite being told numerous times. It emphasizes the speaker's exasperation and emphasizes the importance of the information being relayed.
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if truth be told
The idiom "if truth be told" means to express a statement or reveal a truth that may be surprising, unpleasant, or contrary to popular belief. It is used as a precursor or qualifier to emphasize the forthcoming honesty or authenticity of the statement that follows.
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little bird told me
The idiom "little bird told me" is a phrase used to indicate that the speaker has received information or gossip from an undisclosed or anonymous source. It implies that the speaker knows something but is choosing not to reveal the source of their information.
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(one's) little finger told (one) that
The idiom "(one's) little finger told (one) that" is used to express a strong intuition or deep knowing about something, often without any evidence or logical explanation. It implies that the person has a strong sense or instinct about a particular situation or information.
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A little bird told me (so).
The idiom "A little bird told me (so)" is a phrase used to express that the speaker knows certain information, but they are not willing to reveal the source of that information. It implies that the speaker obtained the information through an indirect or secretive means, similar to getting a whisper from a little bird.
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all told
The idiom "all told" means the total or complete number or amount, taking everything into consideration. It is often used when referring to the final count or sum of something after considering all the necessary factors or elements.
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little bird told one, a
The idiom "a little bird told one" refers to when someone has received some information, but they do not disclose the source or how they came to know it. It implies that the information was shared in a secretive or confidential manner.
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a little bird told me
The idiom "a little bird told me" refers to a situation where someone knows or has received information, but they choose not to reveal the source of the information. It implies that the person received the information from a secret or anonymous source.
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I told you so!
The idiom "I told you so!" is used to express satisfaction or self-satisfaction when a prediction or warning that was given earlier is proven to be correct or has come true. It is often used to emphasize that the person being addressed should have listened or taken heed of the advice or warning initially given.
Conjugate verb Told
CONDITIONAL
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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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