Meaning of Don't even think about it
An emphatic way to say not to consider something.
In simple words: Don't consider it at all.
Don't even think about it in a sentence
- If she suggests going to that dangerous place, just say, 'Don't even think about it!'
- When he brought up skipping class, I told him, 'Don't even think about it!'
- 'Don't even think about it', she warned, when he proposed a risky bet.
- I can't believe he would suggest that! Don't even think about it!
- When they considered borrowing money, I said, 'Don't even think about it.'
How to use Don't even think about it
Use this phrase to warn someone against considering a particular idea. It's informal and can be a light-hearted or serious warning, depending on tone.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Imagine someone shaking their head vigorously - 'Don't even think about it!'
Related words
Collocations with Don't even think about it
- don't even consider it
- don't even mention it
- don't even joke about it
Synonyms for Don't even think about it
- Forget it
- No way
- Don't consider it
- Absolutely not
- Not a chance
Common mistakes with Don't even think about it
- Used too formally in business contexts.
- Confused with 'Don't think about it', which can sound less emphatic.
- Omitted 'it' and makes it unclear what to not think about.
Compare Don't even think about it with Forget it, No way, Absolutely not
Don't even think about it appears in
Don't even think about it in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
لا تفكر حتى في الأمر
لا تفكر فيه على الإطلاق.
- GermanDeutsch
Denk nicht mal dran
Zieh es gar nicht erst in Betracht.
- SpanishEspañol
Ni se te ocurra
No lo consideres en absoluto.
- Persianفارسی
اصلاً بهش فکر نکن
اصلاً بهش فکر نکن.
- FrenchFrançais
N'y pense même pas
N'y pense même pas du tout.
- Hindiहिन्दी
इसके बारे में सोचो भी मत
इस पर बिल्कुल भी विचार मत करो।
- ItalianItaliano
Non ci pensare nemmeno
Non prenderlo proprio in considerazione.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Nem pense nisso
Não considere isso de jeito nenhum.
- RussianРусский
Даже не думай об этом
Даже не думай об этом.
- Chinese中文
想都别想
根本别考虑。
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Frequently asked questions about Don't even think about it
What does Don't even think about it mean?
Don't consider it at all.
What is the definition of Don't even think about it?
An emphatic way to say not to consider something.
How do you use Don't even think about it in a sentence?
If she suggests going to that dangerous place, just say, 'Don't even think about it!'
Can you give another example of Don't even think about it?
When he brought up skipping class, I told him, 'Don't even think about it!'
What are synonyms for Don't even think about it?
Common alternatives include Forget it, No way, Don't consider it, Absolutely not, Not a chance.
What words go with Don't even think about it?
It commonly pairs with don't even consider it, don't even mention it, don't even joke about it.
What are common mistakes when using Don't even think about it?
Used too formally in business contexts. Confused with 'Don't think about it', which can sound less emphatic. Omitted 'it' and makes it unclear what to not think about.
How do you pronounce Don't even think about it?
US: //doʊnt ˈivən θɪŋk əˈbaʊt ɪt//, UK: //dəʊnt ˈiːvən θɪŋk əˈbaʊt ɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Don't even think about it formal or informal?
"Don't even think about it" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Don't even think about it?
Use this phrase to warn someone against considering a particular idea. It's informal and can be a light-hearted or serious warning, depending on tone.

