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Keep your voice down

🇬🇧 UK //kiːp jɔː vɔɪs daʊn// 🇺🇸 US //kip jʊr vɔɪs daʊn//

Meaning of Keep your voice down

To speak or make sounds in a lower volume.

In simple words: Speak quietly.

Keep your voice down in a sentence

• Can you please keep your voice down? There's a baby sleeping.
• During the movie, I had to remind them to keep their voice down.
• He said to keep your voice down so others wouldn't hear the joke.
• When studying, I always keep my voice down to not disturb my roommate.
• In the library, it's important to keep your voice down at all times.

How to use Keep your voice down

Used to ask someone to be quieter; common in casual conversations. Avoid in formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone expression

Memory hint

Imagine telling a friend to lower their voice to avoid waking a baby.

Related words

Collocations with Keep your voice down

• keep your voice down
• voice down during
• keep it down
• keep voices low
• keep it quiet

Synonyms for Keep your voice down

• lower your voice
• speak softly
• quiet down
• be quiet
• tone it down

Common mistakes with Keep your voice down

• Using 'keep' in the wrong tense.
• Confusing 'voice down' with 'volume up'.
• Not using it when noise is inappropriate.

Frequently asked questions about Keep your voice down

What does Keep your voice down mean?

Speak quietly.

What is the definition of Keep your voice down?

To speak or make sounds in a lower volume.

How do you use Keep your voice down in a sentence?

Can you please keep your voice down? There's a baby sleeping.

Can you give another example of Keep your voice down?

During the movie, I had to remind them to keep their voice down.

What are synonyms for Keep your voice down?

Common alternatives include lower your voice, speak softly, quiet down, be quiet, tone it down.

What words go with Keep your voice down?

It commonly pairs with keep your voice down, voice down during, keep it down, keep voices low, keep it quiet.

What are common mistakes when using Keep your voice down?

Using 'keep' in the wrong tense. Confusing 'voice down' with 'volume up'. Not using it when noise is inappropriate.

How do you pronounce Keep your voice down?

US: //kip jʊr vɔɪs daʊn//, UK: //kiːp jɔː vɔɪs daʊn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Keep your voice down formal or informal?

"Keep your voice down" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Keep your voice down?

Used to ask someone to be quieter; common in casual conversations. Avoid in formal settings.