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UK//ðæts nɒt juː//US//ðæts nɑt ju//

Meaning of That's not you

A comment indicating someone's behavior is uncharacteristic.

In simple words: This doesn't fit your character or behavior.

That's not you in a sentence

  • I can't believe you said that, that's not you!
  • You seem upset today; that's not you.
  • When I saw you argue like that, I thought, 'that's not you.'

How to use That's not you

Use when someone behaves strangely or unlike themselves. It's informal and often used among friends. Avoid in formal or serious contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a friend acting strangely and saying, 'that's not you!', like a missing puzzle piece.

Related words

Collocations with That's not you

  • that's not like you
  • that's not your usual behavior
  • that's not the real you

Synonyms for That's not you

  • that's not your style
  • that's not like you
  • that's unusual for you

Opposites of That's not you

  • That's you
  • That is you
  • You are that

Common mistakes with That's not you

  • Using in very formal situations.
  • Confusing with 'that's not me' (referring to oneself).

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Frequently asked questions about That's not you

What does That's not you mean?

This doesn't fit your character or behavior.

What is the definition of That's not you?

A comment indicating someone's behavior is uncharacteristic.

How do you use That's not you in a sentence?

I can't believe you said that, that's not you!

Can you give another example of That's not you?

You seem upset today; that's not you.

What are synonyms for That's not you?

Common alternatives include that's not your style, that's not like you, that's unusual for you.

What is the opposite of That's not you?

Opposite meanings include That's you, That is you, You are that.

What words go with That's not you?

It commonly pairs with that's not like you, that's not your usual behavior, that's not the real you.

What are common mistakes when using That's not you?

Using in very formal situations. Confusing with 'that's not me' (referring to oneself).

How do you pronounce That's not you?

US: //ðæts nɑt ju//, UK: //ðæts nɒt juː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is That's not you formal or informal?

"That's not you" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use That's not you?

Use when someone behaves strangely or unlike themselves. It's informal and often used among friends. Avoid in formal or serious contexts.