says

says

The Dutch word "says" does not exist; it might be a misunderstanding or transliteration.

In this sentence, 'zegt' is the Dutch equivalent of 'says,' and it is used to introduce indirect speech.

Hij zegt dat hij het boek gisteren heeft gelezen.

He says that he read the book yesterday.

Here, 'zegt' is used as a second-person singular form to translate the meaning of an external written statement.

De tekst op het bord zegt dat de winkel gesloten is.

The text on the sign says that the shop is closed.

In this example, 'zegt' reflects habitual action, indicating something someone regularly states.

Mijn moeder zegt altijd dat het ontbijt de belangrijkste maaltijd is.

My mother always says that breakfast is the most important meal.