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UK//ənˈlɛs jʊə ˈtɔːkɪŋ//US//ənˈlɛs jɚ ˈtɔːkɪŋ//

Meaning of Unless you're talking

Used to indicate a condition that is not satisfied if one is not speaking.

In simple words: Only if you are speaking.

Unless you're talking in a sentence

  • I won't join the discussion, unless you're talking first.
  • Don't worry about it, unless you're talking to her.
  • It's not an issue, unless you're talking specifics.

How to use Unless you're talking

Use in casual conversations. Avoid in formal writing. It sets a condition that must be met.

Grammar pattern

unless + clause

Memory hint

Think of a conversation: you must be speaking unless you're not.

Related words

Collocations with Unless you're talking

  • unless you're talking about
  • unless you're talking to
  • unless you're talking here

Synonyms for Unless you're talking

  • except if you are talking
  • if you are not talking
  • only if you are not talking

Common mistakes with Unless you're talking

  • Omitting 'unless'.
  • Confusing with 'if'.
  • Incorrectly assuming it applies to all contexts.

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Frequently asked questions about Unless you're talking

What does Unless you're talking mean?

Only if you are speaking.

What is the definition of Unless you're talking?

Used to indicate a condition that is not satisfied if one is not speaking.

How do you use Unless you're talking in a sentence?

I won't join the discussion, unless you're talking first.

Can you give another example of Unless you're talking?

Don't worry about it, unless you're talking to her.

What are synonyms for Unless you're talking?

Common alternatives include except if you are talking, if you are not talking, only if you are not talking.

What words go with Unless you're talking?

It commonly pairs with unless you're talking about, unless you're talking to, unless you're talking here.

What are common mistakes when using Unless you're talking?

Omitting 'unless'. Confusing with 'if'. Incorrectly assuming it applies to all contexts.

How do you pronounce Unless you're talking?

US: //ənˈlɛs jɚ ˈtɔːkɪŋ//, UK: //ənˈlɛs jʊə ˈtɔːkɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Unless you're talking formal or informal?

"Unless you're talking" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Unless you're talking?

Use in casual conversations. Avoid in formal writing. It sets a condition that must be met.