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Reporting verbs are verbs which are used to tell someone what another person said. They are used in reported speech.
Say and tell are the most common reporting verbs. However, there are other reporting verbs that we can use instead of say an tell to communicate our ideas more clearly.
Example:
He said that he would drive me to the airport (this sentence is correct but long)
We can say instead:
He offered to drive me to the airport (this sentence is shorter and absolutely clear)
Common reporting verbs patterns
Practice time
Level of difficulty: 
Speaking Practice
Level of difficulty:
Student A:
- Choose one box
- Read the sentence out loud.
- Tell your partner the hint.
Student B:
- Close your eyes
- Listen to your partner
- Complete the following sentence: My friend __________________
Example:
Student A: If you stay in a hostel it will be cheaper (Hint: explain)
Student B: My friend explained to me that staying in a hostel would be cheaper.
Teacher Julieta 