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Here's a dirty little secret

🇬🇧 UK //hɪəz ə ˈdɜːti ˈlɪtəl ˈsiːkrɪt// 🇺🇸 US //hɪrz ə ˈdɜrti ˈlɪtəl ˈsikrɪt//

Meaning of Here's a dirty little secret

An embarrassing or morally questionable truth not widely known.

In simple words: A private and possibly embarrassing truth.

Here's a dirty little secret in a sentence

• She leaned in and said, 'Here's a dirty little secret: he doesn't really love her.'
• 'Here's a dirty little secret - the cake isn't homemade; it's store-bought!'
• They gathered around, eager to hear, 'Here's a dirty little secret: the manager plans to quit.'
• 'Here's a dirty little secret: I failed my last exam but didn’t tell anyone.'
• Did you know? 'Here's a dirty little secret. She actually voted for him!'

How to use Here's a dirty little secret

Typically used in casual conversation. Avoid in formal settings. Conveys a sense of gossip or scandal.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a child whispering a naughty secret with a mischievous smile.

Related words

Collocations with Here's a dirty little secret

• share a dirty little secret
• reveal a dirty little secret
• keep a dirty little secret

Synonyms for Here's a dirty little secret

• confession
• guilty secret
• scandalous truth
• hidden fact
• shameful detail

Common mistakes with Here's a dirty little secret

• Confused with 'secret' alone, missing the 'dirty little' part.
• Overusing in inappropriate contexts, like serious discussions.
• Assuming positivity when it usually implies something negative.

Frequently asked questions about Here's a dirty little secret

What does Here's a dirty little secret mean?

A private and possibly embarrassing truth.

What is the definition of Here's a dirty little secret?

An embarrassing or morally questionable truth not widely known.

How do you use Here's a dirty little secret in a sentence?

She leaned in and said, 'Here's a dirty little secret: he doesn't really love her.'

Can you give another example of Here's a dirty little secret?

'Here's a dirty little secret - the cake isn't homemade; it's store-bought!'

What are synonyms for Here's a dirty little secret?

Common alternatives include confession, guilty secret, scandalous truth, hidden fact, shameful detail.

What words go with Here's a dirty little secret?

It commonly pairs with share a dirty little secret, reveal a dirty little secret, keep a dirty little secret.

What are common mistakes when using Here's a dirty little secret?

Confused with 'secret' alone, missing the 'dirty little' part. Overusing in inappropriate contexts, like serious discussions. Assuming positivity when it usually implies something negative.

How do you pronounce Here's a dirty little secret?

US: //hɪrz ə ˈdɜrti ˈlɪtəl ˈsikrɪt//, UK: //hɪəz ə ˈdɜːti ˈlɪtəl ˈsiːkrɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Here's a dirty little secret formal or informal?

"Here's a dirty little secret" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Here's a dirty little secret?

Typically used in casual conversation. Avoid in formal settings. Conveys a sense of gossip or scandal.