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to have a say
To have the right or opportunity to help decide something or express one's opinion.
Bei der Planung des Familienurlaubs wollen die Kinder auch ein Wörtchen mitreden.
When planning the family vacation, the children also want to have a say.
little word
The diminutive form of 'Wort' (word), often used for a short, casual, or affectionate word.
Er flüsterte ihr zum Abschied ein liebes Wörtchen ins Ohr.
As a farewell, he whispered a sweet little word in her ear.
'Wörtchen' (little word) is the diminutive form of 'das Wort' (the word). The ending '-chen' turns the neuter 'Wort' into a 'small word,' which often has an affectionate or insignificant connotation.
Kann ich mal ein kurzes Wörtchen mit dir reden?
Can I have a quick word with you?
The expression 'ein Wörtchen mitreden' (to have a say) is a fixed expression. The verb 'mitzureden' (to have a say / to join in the discussion) is the key part here and cannot simply be replaced.
In dieser Firma dürfen alle Mitarbeiter ein Wörtchen mitreden.
In this company, all employees are allowed to have a say.
In its general meaning, 'Wörtchen' (little word) is often combined with adjectives that describe the character of the 'small word,' for example 'ein liebes Wörtchen' (a kind little word), 'ein ernstes Wörtchen' (a serious word), or 'ein tröstendes Wörtchen' (a comforting word).
Der Chef möchte mit dir unter vier Augen ein ernstes Wörtchen reden.
The boss would like to have a serious word with you in private.
