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UK//əʊ nəʊ jʊ dəʊnt//US//oʊ noʊ jʊ doʊnt//

Meaning of Oh no you don't

In simple words: A phrase used to refuse or prevent someone from doing something.

Oh no you don't in a sentence

  • I was about to eat the last cookie, but she said, 'Oh no you don't!'
  • As he reached for my phone, I quickly exclaimed, 'Oh no you don't!'
  • 'Oh no you don't!' she laughed, blocking his way to the video game.

How to use Oh no you don't

Used in casual conversation, often to playfully reject someone or stop them from an action. Not suitable for formal situations.

Grammar pattern

standalone expression

Memory hint

Think of a stubborn person saying 'Oh no, you don't!' to stop someone in their tracks.

Related words

Collocations with Oh no you don't

  • say oh no you don't
  • oh no you don't again
  • oh no you don't think

Synonyms for Oh no you don't

Opposites of Oh no you don't

Common mistakes with Oh no you don't

  • Using in formal writing
  • Confusing with 'Oh, no!' which expresses dismay
  • Not using the correct intonation

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Frequently asked questions about Oh no you don't

What does Oh no you don't mean?

A phrase used to refuse or prevent someone from doing something.

What is the definition of Oh no you don't?

An expression used to stop someone from doing something.

How do you use Oh no you don't in a sentence?

I was about to eat the last cookie, but she said, 'Oh no you don't!'

Can you give another example of Oh no you don't?

As he reached for my phone, I quickly exclaimed, 'Oh no you don't!'

What are synonyms for Oh no you don't?

Common alternatives include not so fast, hold on, stop right there.

What is the opposite of Oh no you don't?

Opposite meanings include go ahead, please do, by all means.

What words go with Oh no you don't?

It commonly pairs with say oh no you don't, oh no you don't again, oh no you don't think.

What are common mistakes when using Oh no you don't?

Using in formal writing Confusing with 'Oh, no!' which expresses dismay Not using the correct intonation

How do you pronounce Oh no you don't?

US: //oʊ noʊ jʊ doʊnt//, UK: //əʊ nəʊ jʊ dəʊnt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Oh no you don't formal or informal?

"Oh no you don't" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Oh no you don't?

Used in casual conversation, often to playfully reject someone or stop them from an action. Not suitable for formal situations.