says who

English

Pronunciation

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Phrase

says who?

1. (colloquial) Who says so; on whose authority?

Usage notes

• Usually used in a confrontational manner, to show doubt in veracity or authority of the person to whom the statement is directed; often followed by a question mark.

Synonyms

• who says?

Related terms

• says me

Translations

who says so?

• Finnish: sanoo kuka?
• German: sagt wer
• Portuguese: quem disse?