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Don't do that to

🇬🇧 UK //dəʊnt duː ðæt tə// 🇺🇸 US //doʊnt du ðæt tu//

Meaning of Don't do that to

A phrase indicating disapproval of someone's harmful or unfair actions towards another.

In simple words: Stop treating someone in a bad way.

Don't do that to in a sentence

• Don't do that to your sister; she doesn't like it.
• Please don't do that to me; it's really uncomfortable.
• You shouldn't do that to anyone; it's not nice at all.
• Don't do that to your pets; they deserve better care.
• If you keep rolling your eyes, don’t do that to the teacher.

How to use Don't do that to

Commonly used in everyday conversation to express disapproval of someone's actions. This phrase is informal and may come across as harsh in formal settings.

Grammar pattern

don't do that to + object

Memory hint

Think of a friend reminding you: 'Don't throw that at me!'

Related words

Collocations with Don't do that to

• don't do that to me
• don't do that to her
• don't do that to him

Synonyms for Don't do that to

• don't treat that way
• don't impose on
• don't mistreat

Common mistakes with Don't do that to

• Using it without specifying the person (e.g., saying 'Don't do that' instead of 'Don't do that to him').
• Confusing it with more polite phrases like 'Please don't do that to...'.

Frequently asked questions about Don't do that to

What does Don't do that to mean?

Stop treating someone in a bad way.

What is the definition of Don't do that to?

A phrase indicating disapproval of someone's harmful or unfair actions towards another.

How do you use Don't do that to in a sentence?

Don't do that to your sister; she doesn't like it.

Can you give another example of Don't do that to?

Please don't do that to me; it's really uncomfortable.

What are synonyms for Don't do that to?

Common alternatives include don't treat that way, don't impose on, don't mistreat.

What words go with Don't do that to?

It commonly pairs with don't do that to me, don't do that to her, don't do that to him.

What are common mistakes when using Don't do that to?

Using it without specifying the person (e.g., saying 'Don't do that' instead of 'Don't do that to him'). Confusing it with more polite phrases like 'Please don't do that to...'.

How do you pronounce Don't do that to?

US: //doʊnt du ðæt tu//, UK: //dəʊnt duː ðæt tə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Don't do that to formal or informal?

"Don't do that to" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Don't do that to?

Commonly used in everyday conversation to express disapproval of someone's actions. This phrase is informal and may come across as harsh in formal settings.