Cool MateMeaning of You don't say
An expression of surprise or disbelief.
In simple words: An expression used when surprised or doubtful about something.
You don't say in a sentence
- He just won the lottery? You don't say!
- You're moving to another country? You don't say!
- She got the promotion after all? You don't say!
- They finally finished the project on time? You don't say!
- You mean he really said that? You don't say!
How to use You don't say
Used in casual conversations, often sarcastically. It’s less appropriate in formal settings.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Imagine someone saying surprising news and you respond with, 'You don't say!' in disbelief.
Related words
Collocations with You don't say
- You don't say!
- You don't say it lightly
- You don't say with doubt
Synonyms for You don't say
- Really?
- No way!
- Is that so?
- You’re kidding!
- Seriously?
Common mistakes with You don't say
- Used inappropriately in serious discussions.
- Confused with similar phrases like 'Really?' or 'Is that so?'
- Not recognizing the sarcasm in the tone.
You don't say appears in
You don't say in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
معقول! / عن جد؟
تعبير بنستخدمه لما نكون مصدومين أو مش مصدقين حاجة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
তাই নাকি!
কোনো কিছুতে অবাক বা সন্দেহ হলে এই কথাটি বলা হয়।
- GermanDeutsch
Ach was!
Ein Ausdruck, den man benutzt, wenn man über etwas überrascht oder zweifelnd ist.
- SpanishEspañol
¡No me digas!
Se usa cuando te sorprende o dudas de algo.
- Persianفارسی
واقعا؟
عبارتی که وقتی شگفتزده یا شک دارید استفاده میشود.
- FrenchFrançais
Sans blague
Une expression utilisée quand on est surpris ou qu'on doute de quelque chose.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अरे वाह!
जब आप किसी बात पर हैरान या संदेह में हों तो इस्तेमाल किया जाने वाला भाव।
- ItalianItaliano
Non mi dire
Un'espressione usata quando si è sorpresi o dubbiosi su qualcosa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Não me diga!
Uma expressão usada quando você está surpreso ou em dúvida sobre algo.
- RussianРусский
Да ладно! / Не может быть!
Так говорят, когда удивлены или сомневаются в чем-то.
- Urduاردو
آپ نہیں کہتے
یہ ایک ایسا جملہ ہے جو کسی بات پر حیران یا شک ہونے پر استعمال ہوتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
你说呢
听到某事感到惊讶或怀疑时用的说法。
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Frequently asked questions about You don't say
What does You don't say mean?
An expression used when surprised or doubtful about something.
What is the definition of You don't say?
An expression of surprise or disbelief.
How do you use You don't say in a sentence?
He just won the lottery? You don't say!
Can you give another example of You don't say?
You're moving to another country? You don't say!
What are synonyms for You don't say?
Common alternatives include Really?, No way!, Is that so?, You’re kidding!, Seriously?.
What words go with You don't say?
It commonly pairs with You don't say!, You don't say it lightly, You don't say with doubt.
What are common mistakes when using You don't say?
Used inappropriately in serious discussions. Confused with similar phrases like 'Really?' or 'Is that so?' Not recognizing the sarcasm in the tone.
How do you pronounce You don't say?
US: //ju doʊnt seɪ//, UK: //juː dəʊnt seɪ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is You don't say formal or informal?
"You don't say" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use You don't say?
Used in casual conversations, often sarcastically. It’s less appropriate in formal settings.