It is as I said to you: Joseph’s accusation is introduced by an affirmation of finality; that is, they are to make no more replies. The final word of the ruler has been spoken. In some languages this kind of statement is expressed as “I have told you!” “My mouth has spoken,” or “This is my word for your ears.”

Quoted with permission from Reyburn, William D. and Fry, Euan McG. A Handbook on Genesis. (UBS Helps for Translators). New York: UBS, 1997. For this and other handbooks for translators see here .