We use tell with an indirect object and a to-infinitive to report a command or an instruction.

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Define tell. tell synonyms, tell pronunciation, tell translation, English dictionary definition of tell. v. told , tell ing , tells v. tr. 1. a. To communicate by speech or writing; express with words: She told him that the store was closed. Tell me the truth....

Tell (verb): To communicate or relay information, instructions, or a narrative to someone by speaking, writing, or otherwise conveying the message. It involves expressing or disclosing facts, details, or opinions to someone or a group of people.

(transitive or intransitive) To notice, discern. (Roughly, "can tell" means "know" but with a sense of direct perception.)

to give an account or report: Tell me about your trip. to give evidence or be an indication: The ruined temples told of an ancient culture, long since passed from existence.

To tell is to describe or announce something, either by speaking or writing. If you're going to be late to a movie, you should tell your friends so they can save you a seat.

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