Meaning of Not unless he brings it up
Used to indicate that a subject won't be introduced unless prompted by someone.
In simple words: Not until he mentions it.
Not unless he brings it up in a sentence
- I won't talk about the project, not unless he brings it up.
- The issue will stay hidden, not unless he brings it up first.
- We're not discussing that topic here, not unless he brings it up on his own.
- I'll keep quiet about the plans, not unless he brings it up at the meeting.
- She won't say a word, not unless he brings it up during lunch.
How to use Not unless he brings it up
This phrase is often used in conversations to emphasize that a topic will not be discussed unless the person initiates it. It's suitable for informal and formal settings when clarifying communication expectations.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Imagine a person bringing a suitcase up to a discussion - only then does the topic come out.
Related words
Collocations with Not unless he brings it up
- bring up a topic
- mention a concern
- discuss an issue
Synonyms for Not unless he brings it up
- only if he mentions it
- not until he discusses it
- unless he raises the issue
Common mistakes with Not unless he brings it up
- Confusing with 'unless he brings it' which omits 'up'.
- Saying 'Not if he brings it up' which changes the meaning.
Not unless he brings it up appears in
Not unless he brings it up in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مش هقول حاجة إلا لو هو فتح الموضوع
مش قبل ما هو يفتحه.
- Bengaliবাংলা
সে নিজে না তুললে নয়
সে নিজে না বললে নয়।
- GermanDeutsch
Nicht, es sei denn, er spricht es an
Nicht, bis er es erwähnt.
- SpanishEspañol
A menos que él lo mencione
No hasta que él lo mencione.
- Persianفارسی
فقط اگر او مطرح کند
فقط وقتی که او به آن اشاره کند.
- FrenchFrançais
Pas tant qu'il n'en parle pas
Pas avant qu'il n'en parle.
- Hindiहिन्दी
जब तक वो खुद न कहे
जब तक वो खुद ज़िक्र न करे।
- ItalianItaliano
Non a meno che non lo tiri fuori lui
Non finché non lo menziona lui.
- PortuguesePortuguês
A menos que ele toque no assunto
Só se ele mencionar.
- RussianРусский
Не если он сам не поднимет этот вопрос
Только если он сам об этом скажет.
- Urduاردو
جب تک وہ خود ذکر نہ کرے
جب تک وہ خود اس کا ذکر نہ کرے۔
- Chinese中文
除非他提起
除非他主动说起。
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Frequently asked questions about Not unless he brings it up
What does Not unless he brings it up mean?
Not until he mentions it.
What is the definition of Not unless he brings it up?
Used to indicate that a subject won't be introduced unless prompted by someone.
How do you use Not unless he brings it up in a sentence?
I won't talk about the project, not unless he brings it up.
Can you give another example of Not unless he brings it up?
The issue will stay hidden, not unless he brings it up first.
What are synonyms for Not unless he brings it up?
Common alternatives include only if he mentions it, not until he discusses it, unless he raises the issue.
What words go with Not unless he brings it up?
It commonly pairs with bring up a topic, mention a concern, discuss an issue.
What are common mistakes when using Not unless he brings it up?
Confusing with 'unless he brings it' which omits 'up'. Saying 'Not if he brings it up' which changes the meaning.
How do you pronounce Not unless he brings it up?
US: //nɑt ʌnˈlɛs hi brɪŋz ɪt ʌp//, UK: //nɒt ʌnˈlɛs hiː brɪŋz ɪt ʌp//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Not unless he brings it up?
This phrase is often used in conversations to emphasize that a topic will not be discussed unless the person initiates it. It's suitable for informal and formal settings when clarifying communication expectations.
