Cool MateMeaning of Like nothing's going on
To behave normally despite an obvious problem or certain situation.
In simple words: To act as if everything is normal or fine.
Like nothing's going on in a sentence
- He smiled and danced, like nothing's going on, despite the fight breaking out.
- She sat there, like nothing's going on, even though her friends were arguing loudly.
- They continued playing games, like nothing's going on, while the storm raged outside.
- He laughed and joked, like nothing's going on, while she was clearly upset.
- In the middle of the chaos, she acted like nothing's going on and kept serving drinks.
How to use Like nothing's going on
Used in casual conversations to describe someone ignoring an obvious problem or situation and pretending everything is okay.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Imagine someone at a party acting normal while chaos happens around them.
Related words
Collocations with Like nothing's going on
- act like nothing's wrong
- pretend nothing's happening
- ignore the signs
Synonyms for Like nothing's going on
- pretend everything's fine
- act nonchalant
- ignore the issue
- stay calm
- be oblivious
Common mistakes with Like nothing's going on
- Using it in formal contexts where a serious tone is required.
- Confusing it with 'like anything's going on,' which is incorrect.
- Misplacing the phrase in a sentence, affecting its meaning.
Like nothing's going on appears in
Like nothing's going on in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
كأن شيئًا لم يكن
أن تتصرف وكأن كل شيء طبيعي أو بخير.
- Bengaliবাংলা
যেন কিছুই হচ্ছে না
যেন সবকিছু স্বাভাবিক বা ঠিক আছে এমন ভান করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Als wäre nichts passiert
So tun, als wäre alles normal oder in Ordnung.
- SpanishEspañol
Como si nada
Actuar como si todo estuviera normal o bien.
- Persianفارسی
انگار هیچ چیزی نیست
طوری رفتار کردن که انگار همه چیز عادی یا خوب است.
- FrenchFrançais
Comme si de rien n'était
Agir comme si tout était normal ou allait bien.
- Hindiहिन्दी
जैसे कुछ हो ही नहीं रहा
ऐसे पेश आना जैसे सब कुछ सामान्य या ठीक है।
- ItalianItaliano
Come se niente fosse
Agire come se tutto fosse normale o a posto.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Como se nada estivesse acontecendo
Agir como se tudo estivesse normal ou bem.
- RussianРусский
Как ни в чем не бывало
Делать вид, что все нормально или хорошо.
- Urduاردو
ایسے جیسے کچھ ہو ہی نہیں رہا
ایسے برتاؤ کرنا جیسے سب کچھ نارمل یا ٹھیک ہے۔
- Chinese中文
好像什么都没发生一样
假装一切正常或没事。
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Frequently asked questions about Like nothing's going on
What does Like nothing's going on mean?
To act as if everything is normal or fine.
What is the definition of Like nothing's going on?
To behave normally despite an obvious problem or certain situation.
How do you use Like nothing's going on in a sentence?
He smiled and danced, like nothing's going on, despite the fight breaking out.
Can you give another example of Like nothing's going on?
She sat there, like nothing's going on, even though her friends were arguing loudly.
What are synonyms for Like nothing's going on?
Common alternatives include pretend everything's fine, act nonchalant, ignore the issue, stay calm, be oblivious.
What words go with Like nothing's going on?
It commonly pairs with act like nothing's wrong, pretend nothing's happening, ignore the signs.
What are common mistakes when using Like nothing's going on?
Using it in formal contexts where a serious tone is required. Confusing it with 'like anything's going on,' which is incorrect. Misplacing the phrase in a sentence, affecting its meaning.
How do you pronounce Like nothing's going on?
US: //laɪk ˈnʌθɪŋz ˈɡoʊɪŋ ɑn//, UK: //laɪk ˈnʌθɪŋz ˈɡəʊɪŋ ɒn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Like nothing's going on formal or informal?
"Like nothing's going on" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Like nothing's going on?
Used in casual conversations to describe someone ignoring an obvious problem or situation and pretending everything is okay.