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tell them

tell them(
tehl
 
thuhm
)
An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
intransitive verb phrase
a. contarles
Honey, would you tell them the story of how we met?Cariño, ¿les contarías la historia de cómo nos conocimos?
b. decirles
My parents are coming over tomorrow. I can't wait to tell them about my new job.Mis padres vendrán mañana. No puedo esperar a decirles de mi trabajo nuevo.
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. cuéntales
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
(singular)
Tell them how you lost the keys.Cuéntales cómo perdiste las llaves.
b. diles
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
(singular)
Tell them we'll be back in an hour.Diles que volveremos en una hora.
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