Cool MateMeaning of You're a dead man walking
A phrase indicating someone is in a hopeless situation or facing inevitable downfall.
In simple words: You're in serious trouble and likely won't survive.
You're a dead man walking in a sentence
- After that mistake at work, you're a dead man walking.
- Once they find out what you did, you're a dead man walking.
- He knew he was a dead man walking after that brutal fight.
- In this game, if you make the wrong move, you’re a dead man walking.
- When the boss finds out about the missing money, you're a dead man walking.
How to use You're a dead man walking
Used when someone is in imminent danger or facing severe consequences. It is informal, often used between friends or in dramatic contexts.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Imagine someone with the death penalty walking slowly to their execution.
Related words
Collocations with You're a dead man walking
- dead man
- walking dead
- you're walking
Synonyms for You're a dead man walking
- you're finished
- you're doomed
- you have no chance
Common mistakes with You're a dead man walking
- Used in formal situations, where a softer expression is needed.
- Confused with 'you're a goner,' which is slightly less severe.
- Not differentiating between literal and figurative uses.
Compare You're a dead man walking with You're finished, You have no chance
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You're a dead man walking in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
أنت رجل ميت يمشي
أنت في ورطة كبيرة ومن المحتمل ألا تنجو.
- Bengaliবাংলা
তোমার কপালে শনি আছে
তুমি খুব বড় বিপদে আছো এবং সম্ভবত বাঁচবে না।
- GermanDeutsch
Du bist ein toter Mann
Du steckst in ernsthaften Schwierigkeiten und wirst wahrscheinlich nicht überleben.
- SpanishEspañol
Estás sentenciado
Estás en serios problemas y es probable que no sobrevivas.
- Persianفارسی
تو مردهای که راه میرهی
تو در دردسر جدی هستی و احتمالاً زنده نمیمونی.
- FrenchFrançais
Tu vas mourir / T'es dans la merde jusqu'au cou
Tu es dans un sacré pétrin et tu ne t'en sortiras probablement pas.
- Hindiहिन्दी
तुम मौत के मुँह में हो
तुम बहुत बड़ी मुसीबत में हो और शायद बच नहीं पाओगे।
- ItalianItaliano
Sei un uomo morto che cammina
Sei nei guai seri e probabilmente non ti salverai.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Você está ferrado
Você está em sérios apuros e provavelmente não vai se safar.
- RussianРусский
Тебе конец
Ты в серьезной беде и, скорее всего, не выживешь.
- Urduاردو
تم تو قبرت هستی
تم بہت بری مشکل میں ہو اور شاید بچ نہ پاؤ۔
- Chinese中文
你死定了
你麻烦大了，很可能活不下去。
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Frequently asked questions about You're a dead man walking
What does You're a dead man walking mean?
You're in serious trouble and likely won't survive.
What is the definition of You're a dead man walking?
A phrase indicating someone is in a hopeless situation or facing inevitable downfall.
How do you use You're a dead man walking in a sentence?
After that mistake at work, you're a dead man walking.
Can you give another example of You're a dead man walking?
Once they find out what you did, you're a dead man walking.
What are synonyms for You're a dead man walking?
Common alternatives include you're finished, you're doomed, you have no chance.
What words go with You're a dead man walking?
It commonly pairs with dead man, walking dead, you're walking.
What are common mistakes when using You're a dead man walking?
Used in formal situations, where a softer expression is needed. Confused with 'you're a goner,' which is slightly less severe. Not differentiating between literal and figurative uses.
How do you pronounce You're a dead man walking?
US: //jʊr ə dɛd mæn ˈwɔkɪŋ//, UK: //jʊə ə dɛd mæn ˈwɔːkɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is You're a dead man walking formal or informal?
"You're a dead man walking" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use You're a dead man walking?
Used when someone is in imminent danger or facing severe consequences. It is informal, often used between friends or in dramatic contexts.