と言える
Meanings
- would or could say that
- can probably say that
- fair to say that
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Explanation
と言える is used when you want to claim that something is true or valid to a certain extent, based on observation, evidence, or reasonable judgment. It’s more cautious and evaluative than直感的なis or と思う, often used to present a measured assessment about a situation or description. It can convey the sense of “it can be said that,” “it is fair to say that,” or “it’s reasonable to say that.” It’s common in debates, analyses, reviews, and when presenting a supported opinion.
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Example sentences
This movie can be said to be interesting.
His explanation is easy to understand, one could say.
This season can be said to be warm.
One can say that she is punctual.
This data can be considered reliable.
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