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UK//stɒp jʊ ðeə//US//stɑp ju ðɛr//

Meaning of Stop you there

To interrupt someone to address an issue or thought before they continue speaking.

In simple words: To interrupt someone while they are speaking.

Stop you there in a sentence

  • Let me just stop you there, I have a question about that.
  • I need to stop you there before we go any further.
  • Can I stop you there? I think you missed an important point.
  • I want to stop you there because this isn’t the right approach.
  • Before you continue, let me just stop you there for clarity.

How to use Stop you there

Used in casual conversation to pause or redirect someone's thoughts. Not typically used in formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Imagine someone literally putting their hand up to say 'stop' while you speak.

Related words

Collocations with Stop you there

Synonyms for Stop you there

Common mistakes with Stop you there

  • Used too formally in a business meeting.
  • Misplaced when interrupting someone politely.
  • Confused with 'hold on' as less urgent.

Compare Stop you there with Hold on, Wait a second

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Frequently asked questions about Stop you there

What does Stop you there mean?

To interrupt someone while they are speaking.

What is the definition of Stop you there?

To interrupt someone to address an issue or thought before they continue speaking.

How do you use Stop you there in a sentence?

Let me just stop you there, I have a question about that.

Can you give another example of Stop you there?

I need to stop you there before we go any further.

What are synonyms for Stop you there?

Common alternatives include hold on, wait a second, pause there.

What words go with Stop you there?

It commonly pairs with stop you there, let me stop you, I must stop you.

What are common mistakes when using Stop you there?

Used too formally in a business meeting. Misplaced when interrupting someone politely. Confused with 'hold on' as less urgent.

How do you pronounce Stop you there?

US: //stɑp ju ðɛr//, UK: //stɒp jʊ ðeə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Stop you there formal or informal?

"Stop you there" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Stop you there?

Used in casual conversation to pause or redirect someone's thoughts. Not typically used in formal settings.