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UK//dɪd aɪ nɒt tɛl ju//US//dɪd aɪ nɑt tɛl ju//

Meaning of Did I not tell you

A rhetorical phrase emphasizing a prior warning or advice.

In simple words: A way of saying you warned someone about something.

Did I not tell you in a sentence

  • Did I not tell you that it would rain today?
  • I can't believe you forgot! Did I not tell you about the meeting?
  • Did I not tell you this plan would fail?
  • You went ahead anyway? Did I not tell you to be careful?
  • Did I not tell you to call me before coming?

How to use Did I not tell you

This phrase is used to emphasize that you previously warned or informed someone. It’s more common in conversational English and may sound rhetorical.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a disappointed friend saying, 'Did I not warn you?'

Related words

Collocations with Did I not tell you

  • Did I not tell you about this?
  • Did I not tell you yesterday?
  • Did I not tell you the truth?

Synonyms for Did I not tell you

  • Did I not warn you
  • Did I inform you
  • Did I not advise you

Common mistakes with Did I not tell you

  • Using it as a question rather than a rhetorical statement.
  • Forgetting to use the right tone, making it sound accusatory.
  • Confusing it with 'Didn't I tell you?' in casual contexts.

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Frequently asked questions about Did I not tell you

What does Did I not tell you mean?

A way of saying you warned someone about something.

What is the definition of Did I not tell you?

A rhetorical phrase emphasizing a prior warning or advice.

How do you use Did I not tell you in a sentence?

Did I not tell you that it would rain today?

Can you give another example of Did I not tell you?

I can't believe you forgot! Did I not tell you about the meeting?

What are synonyms for Did I not tell you?

Common alternatives include Did I not warn you, Did I inform you, Did I not advise you.

What words go with Did I not tell you?

It commonly pairs with Did I not tell you about this?, Did I not tell you yesterday?, Did I not tell you the truth?.

What are common mistakes when using Did I not tell you?

Using it as a question rather than a rhetorical statement. Forgetting to use the right tone, making it sound accusatory. Confusing it with 'Didn't I tell you?' in casual contexts.

How do you pronounce Did I not tell you?

US: //dɪd aɪ nɑt tɛl ju//, UK: //dɪd aɪ nɒt tɛl ju//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Did I not tell you?

This phrase is used to emphasize that you previously warned or informed someone. It’s more common in conversational English and may sound rhetorical.