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UK//dəʊnt prɪˈtɛnd juː wɜːkt ðæt aʊt//US//doʊnt prɪˈtɛnd ju wɜrkt ðæt aʊt//

Meaning of Don't pretend you worked that out

Don't act as if you figured something out when you haven't.

In simple words: Don't act like you figured it out when you didn't.

Don't pretend you worked that out in a sentence

  • Don't pretend you worked that out; we all saw you looking confused.
  • She could tell he was bluffing when he said, 'Don't pretend you worked that out.'
  • In the meeting, John said, 'Don't pretend you worked that out,' after seeing the wrong calculations.
  • It's obvious you didn’t understand; please don’t pretend you worked that out.

How to use Don't pretend you worked that out

Use this phrase when addressing someone who is being insincere about their effort. It's casual and often used in friendly or slightly confrontational contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone instruction

Memory hint

Imagine someone wearing a mask, pretending to be someone else while struggling to solve a puzzle.

Related words

Collocations with Don't pretend you worked that out

  • don't pretend
  • worked something out
  • figure out
  • acting like
  • play it off

Synonyms for Don't pretend you worked that out

  • Don't act
  • Don't fake
  • Don't lie
  • Don't bluff
  • Stop pretending

Common mistakes with Don't pretend you worked that out

  • Using 'pretend' incorrectly as 'pretend that you worked out'. It should be direct without 'that'.
  • Confusing 'worked out' with similar phrases like 'solved' or 'completed'.
  • Misplacing emphasis when speaking, making it sound like a question instead of a statement.

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Frequently asked questions about Don't pretend you worked that out

What does Don't pretend you worked that out mean?

Don't act like you figured it out when you didn't.

What is the definition of Don't pretend you worked that out?

Don't act as if you figured something out when you haven't.

How do you use Don't pretend you worked that out in a sentence?

Don't pretend you worked that out; we all saw you looking confused.

Can you give another example of Don't pretend you worked that out?

She could tell he was bluffing when he said, 'Don't pretend you worked that out.'

What are synonyms for Don't pretend you worked that out?

Common alternatives include Don't act, Don't fake, Don't lie, Don't bluff, Stop pretending.

What words go with Don't pretend you worked that out?

It commonly pairs with don't pretend, worked something out, figure out, acting like, play it off.

What are common mistakes when using Don't pretend you worked that out?

Using 'pretend' incorrectly as 'pretend that you worked out'. It should be direct without 'that'. Confusing 'worked out' with similar phrases like 'solved' or 'completed'. Misplacing emphasis when speaking, making it sound like a question instead of a statement.

How do you pronounce Don't pretend you worked that out?

US: //doʊnt prɪˈtɛnd ju wɜrkt ðæt aʊt//, UK: //dəʊnt prɪˈtɛnd juː wɜːkt ðæt aʊt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Don't pretend you worked that out formal or informal?

"Don't pretend you worked that out" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Don't pretend you worked that out?

Use this phrase when addressing someone who is being insincere about their effort. It's casual and often used in friendly or slightly confrontational contexts.