Cool MateMeaning of Nothing personal
A phrase used to indicate that actions are not based on personal feelings.
In simple words: It's not about feelings; it's just business or a situation.
Nothing personal in a sentence
- When I fired him, I said, 'It's nothing personal; the company is downsizing.'
- She didn't mean to hurt your feelings; it was nothing personal.
- 'I have to cut your salary, but please remember, it's nothing personal.'
- He ended the relationship by saying, 'This is nothing personal, I just need some space.'
- During negotiations, they kept repeating that it was nothing personal, just business.
How to use Nothing personal
Commonly used to soften the impact of a statement. Suitable in professional contexts; less appropriate in very formal situations.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Imagine a robot saying, 'It's just business, nothing personal'.
Related words
Collocations with Nothing personal
- say nothing personal
- understand nothing personal
- take it as nothing personal
Synonyms for Nothing personal
- it's just business
- no offense
- not personal
Common mistakes with Nothing personal
- Using it in overly personal situations.
- Confusing it with similar phrases like 'no offense'.
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Nothing personal in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ليس الأمر شخصيًا
الموضوع مشاعركش، الموضوع شغل أو موقف وخلاص.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ব্যক্তিগত কিছু না
এটা অনুভূতির ব্যাপার নয়; এটা শুধু কাজ বা পরিস্থিতি।
- GermanDeutsch
Nichts Persönliches
Es geht nicht um Gefühle, es ist nur Geschäft oder eine Situation.
- SpanishEspañol
Nada personal
No se trata de sentimientos; es solo negocio o una situación.
- Persianفارسی
ربطی به احساسات شخصی نداره
این ربطی به احساسات نداره؛ فقط یه موقعیت یا کار تجاریه.
- FrenchFrançais
Ce n'est rien de personnel
Ce n'est pas une question de sentiments ; c'est juste une situation ou une affaire.
- Hindiहिन्दी
कुछ व्यक्तिगत नहीं
यह भावनाओं के बारे में नहीं है; यह सिर्फ़ कारोबार या कोई स्थिति है।
- ItalianItaliano
Niente di personale
Non c'entra niente con i sentimenti, è solo una questione di lavoro o di situazione.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Nada pessoal
Não é sobre sentimentos; é só negócio ou uma situação.
- RussianРусский
Ничего личного
Дело не в чувствах, а в бизнесе или ситуации.
- Urduاردو
کچھ ذاتی نہیں
یہ جذبات کے بارے میں نہیں ہے؛ یہ صرف کاروبار یا صورتحال ہے۔
- Chinese中文
没什么个人恩怨
这事儿跟你没关系，不是针对你个人，纯粹是情况需要。
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Frequently asked questions about Nothing personal
What does Nothing personal mean?
It's not about feelings; it's just business or a situation.
What is the definition of Nothing personal?
A phrase used to indicate that actions are not based on personal feelings.
How do you use Nothing personal in a sentence?
When I fired him, I said, 'It's nothing personal; the company is downsizing.'
Can you give another example of Nothing personal?
She didn't mean to hurt your feelings; it was nothing personal.
What are synonyms for Nothing personal?
Common alternatives include it's just business, no offense, not personal.
What words go with Nothing personal?
It commonly pairs with say nothing personal, understand nothing personal, take it as nothing personal.
What are common mistakes when using Nothing personal?
Using it in overly personal situations. Confusing it with similar phrases like 'no offense'.
How do you pronounce Nothing personal?
US: //ˈnʌθɪŋ ˈpɜrsənl//, UK: //ˈnʌθɪŋ ˈpɜːsənl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Nothing personal?
Commonly used to soften the impact of a statement. Suitable in professional contexts; less appropriate in very formal situations.