Cool MateMeaning of Don't play dumb with me
A phrase indicating not to pretend to be ignorant or naive.
In simple words: Don't pretend you don't understand something.
Don't play dumb with me in a sentence
- I can tell you're just playing dumb with me about the project details.
- She always plays dumb with me when it's time to take responsibility.
- Don't play dumb with me; I know you saw what happened!
- You can't just play dumb with me and expect to get away with it.
How to use Don't play dumb with me
Use when you think someone is being dishonest or feigning ignorance. This phrase is informal and can be confrontational.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Imagine someone acting silly to avoid a question, like a child pretending not to know something.
Related words
Collocations with Don't play dumb with me
- play dumb
- act dumb
- pretend not to know
- feign ignorance
Synonyms for Don't play dumb with me
- Don't act foolish
- Stop pretending
- Don't feign ignorance
- Cut the act
Common mistakes with Don't play dumb with me
- Using it in a formal situation where politeness is expected.
- Confusing it with similar phrases like 'Don't play innocent.'
- Assuming it can be used casually without understanding its tone.
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Don't play dumb with me in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
لا تتذاكى عليّ
لا تتظاهر بأنك لا تفهم شيئًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
আমার সাথে বোকার ভান কোরো না
এমন ভান কোরো না যে তুমি কিছু বুঝতে পারছ না।
- GermanDeutsch
Spiel nicht die Unschuld vom Lande mit mir
Tu nicht so, als würdest du etwas nicht verstehen.
- SpanishEspañol
No te hagas el tonto conmigo
No finjas que no entiendes algo.
- Persianفارسی
با من احمق بازی نکن
وانمود نکن که چیزی را نمیفهمی.
- FrenchFrançais
Ne fais pas l'innocent avec moi
Ne fais pas semblant de ne pas comprendre quelque chose.
- Hindiहिन्दी
मुझसे अनजान होने का नाटक मत करो
ऐसा दिखावा मत करो कि तुम्हें कुछ समझ नहीं आ रहा है।
- ItalianItaliano
Non fare finta di niente con me
Non fingere di non capire qualcosa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Não se faça de bobo comigo
Não finja que você não entende algo.
- RussianРусский
Не прикидывайся дурачком / Не строй из себя дурака
Не делай вид, что ты чего-то не понимаешь.
- Urduاردو
مجھ سے بے خبر ہونے کا بہانہ مت بناؤ
ایسا ظاہر مت کرو کہ تمہیں کچھ سمجھ نہیں آ رہا۔
- Chinese中文
别跟我装傻
别假装你不明白某事。
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Frequently asked questions about Don't play dumb with me
What does Don't play dumb with me mean?
Don't pretend you don't understand something.
What is the definition of Don't play dumb with me?
A phrase indicating not to pretend to be ignorant or naive.
How do you use Don't play dumb with me in a sentence?
I can tell you're just playing dumb with me about the project details.
Can you give another example of Don't play dumb with me?
She always plays dumb with me when it's time to take responsibility.
What are synonyms for Don't play dumb with me?
Common alternatives include Don't act foolish, Stop pretending, Don't feign ignorance, Cut the act.
What words go with Don't play dumb with me?
It commonly pairs with play dumb, act dumb, pretend not to know, feign ignorance.
What are common mistakes when using Don't play dumb with me?
Using it in a formal situation where politeness is expected. Confusing it with similar phrases like 'Don't play innocent.' Assuming it can be used casually without understanding its tone.
How do you pronounce Don't play dumb with me?
US: //doʊnt pleɪ dʌm wɪð mi//, UK: //dəʊnt pleɪ dʌm wɪð mi//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Don't play dumb with me formal or informal?
"Don't play dumb with me" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Don't play dumb with me?
Use when you think someone is being dishonest or feigning ignorance. This phrase is informal and can be confrontational.