Signification
To say something that is not true.
Contexte culturel
Honesty is often linked to the 'boy who cried wolf' fable. British humor often uses 'white lies' to be polite. Telling a lie is seen as a breach of trust.
Remember the verb
Always use 'tell' with 'lie'. Never 'say' or 'do'.
Signification
To say something that is not true.
Remember the verb
Always use 'tell' with 'lie'. Never 'say' or 'do'.
Teste-toi
Complete the sentence.
Don't _____ a lie to me!
The correct collocation is 'tell a lie'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct option.
We use 'tell' with 'lie'.
🎉 Score : /2
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
2 exercicesDon't _____ a lie to me!
The correct collocation is 'tell a lie'.
Choose the correct option.
We use 'tell' with 'lie'.
🎉 Score : /2
Questions fréquentes
2 questionsYes, 'I lied' is the simple past of the verb 'to lie'.
It is neutral and acceptable in almost all contexts.
Expressions liées
tell the truth
contrastTo be honest.
white lie
specialized formA small, harmless lie.
lie through one's teeth
builds onTo lie blatantly.
