expression
Used to introduce a precise or technically accurate statement, often to correct a looser assumption. Similar to 厳密に言えば.
See also: 厳密に言えば
厳密に言うと、これは哺乳類ではない。
Strictly speaking, this is not a mammal.
Almost identical in meaning; 言うと is slightly more conversational, while 言えば is more common in formal or written contexts.
Phrase composed of 厳密 (strict, precise) + に (adverbial particle) + 言う (say) + と (conditional particle).