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lied

The correct spelling is lied.

How to pronounce lied

/liːd/
noun

IPA: /liːd/

Say it like: Lee-d

The correct spelling is lied. An art song, sung in German and accompanied on the piano. For example: "If you are found to have lied in court, you could face a penalty."

Usage Examples

If you are found to have lied in court, you could face a penalty.

Photographs often lie.

Sorry, I haven't seen your keys anywhere...wait, I lied! They're right there on the coffee table.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.An art song, sung in German and accompanied on the piano.

verb

  1. 1.To give false information intentionally with intent to deceive.
  2. 2.To convey a false image or impression.
  3. 3.To be mistaken or unintentionally spread false information.

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