Cool MateMeaning of Shut up
A command to stop talking.
In simple words: Stop talking or be quiet.
Shut up in a sentence
- I wish you'd just **shut up** for once!
- He told her to **shut up** when she wouldn't stop complaining.
- If you can't say anything nice, maybe you should just **shut up**.
How to use Shut up
Used in informal situations; can sound rude if used in formal or polite contexts. Often said in frustration or anger.
Grammar pattern
standalone command
Memory hint
Imagine a door shutting — think of silencing someone.
Related words
Collocations with Shut up
- just shut up
- shut up already
- shut up and listen
Common mistakes with Shut up
- Used too politely; should be more direct.
- Confused with more gentle phrases like 'be quiet'.
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Shut up in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
اخرس
توقف عن الكلام أو اصمت.
- Bengaliবাংলা
চুপ কর
কথা বলা বন্ধ করো বা চুপ থাকো।
- GermanDeutsch
Halt die Klappe
Hör auf zu reden oder sei still.
- SpanishEspañol
Cállate
Deja de hablar o guarda silencio.
- Persianفارسی
سکوت کن
صحبت نکن یا ساکت باش.
- FrenchFrançais
Tais-toi / Ferme-la
Arrête de parler ou tais-toi.
- Hindiहिन्दी
चुप हो जाओ
बोलना बंद करो या शांत रहो।
- ItalianItaliano
Stai zitto/a
Smettila di parlare o stai zitto/a.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Cala a boca
Para de falar ou fica quieto.
- RussianРусский
Заткнись
Перестань говорить или замолчи.
- Urduاردو
چپ رہو، خاموش ہو جاؤ
بات کرنا بند کرو یا خاموش رہو۔
- Chinese中文
闭嘴
别说话，安静点。
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Frequently asked questions about Shut up
What does Shut up mean?
Stop talking or be quiet.
What is the definition of Shut up?
A command to stop talking.
How do you use Shut up in a sentence?
I wish you'd just **shut up** for once!
Can you give another example of Shut up?
He told her to **shut up** when she wouldn't stop complaining.
What are synonyms for Shut up?
Common alternatives include be quiet, hush, silence, shush, clam up.
What is the opposite of Shut up?
Opposite meanings include speak up, open up, talk, chat.
What words go with Shut up?
It commonly pairs with just shut up, shut up already, shut up and listen.
What are common mistakes when using Shut up?
Used too politely; should be more direct. Confused with more gentle phrases like 'be quiet'.
How do you pronounce Shut up?
US: //ʃʌt ʌp//, UK: //ʃʌt ʌp//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Shut up formal or informal?
"Shut up" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Shut up?
Used in informal situations; can sound rude if used in formal or polite contexts. Often said in frustration or anger.