Confusing Vocabulary Tip of the Day: Say vs. Tell - He said that he was tired. - She told me she was tired. Tip: Use “tell” with a person. Use “say” for what was said. Fun vs. Funny - The party was fun! (Enjoyable) - That joke was funny! (Made me laugh) Tip: If you laugh, it’s funny. If you enjoy it, it’s fun. Remember vs. Remind - I remembered to lock the door. (You did it yourself) - She reminded me to lock the door. (She helped you remember) Tip: Remember comes from you. Remind comes from someone else.