2026-09-06
Decir vs hablar with examples: interactive practice
Practice decir vs hablar with interactive examples. Decir is for specific words or information; hablar is for topics, languages, and conversation.
The short answer
Decir is for the specific words or information you convey. Hablar is for the topic you discuss, the language you use, or ongoing conversation. Tap the examples below to test yourself.
Quick rule
decir: what exactly was said (quotes, facts, messages, decir + que).
hablar: what you speak about (hablar de + topic) or which language you speak.
Pick decir or hablar
Example 1
Ella _____ la verdad.
She says the truth.
Example 2
Ella _____ inglés.
She speaks English.
Example 3
_____ de la película.
We talk about the movie.
Example 4
Te _____ que es tarde.
I am telling you it is late.
Example 5
_____ con el jefe ayer.
I talked with the boss yesterday.
Want the full guide?
Read the longer article Decir vs Hablar: What’s the difference in Spanish? for tables, common patterns, and more examples.
Practice in sentences
If you want guided practice on decir vs hablar in full sentences, LinGoat trains these confusions in context with spaced repetition. See how LinGoat works or start practicing.