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UK//tɛl mi wɒt tə duː//US//tɛl mi wɑt tʊ du//

Meaning of Tell me what to do

Requesting instructions or guidance on actions to take.

In simple words: Ask someone for instructions.

Tell me what to do in a sentence

  • When I feel overwhelmed, I often say, 'Tell me what to do.'
  • In a crisis, it's common to shout, 'Tell me what to do!' to get quick answers.
  • I asked my manager, 'Tell me what to do next' after finishing the project.
  • In my last class, I told my teacher, 'Please, tell me what to do for the assignment.'
  • When I lost my way, I stopped someone and said, 'Can you tell me what to do to get to the station?'

How to use Tell me what to do

Commonly used in various contexts when seeking guidance. It is polite but can imply urgency depending on intonation.

Grammar pattern

standalone request

Memory hint

Think of a person looking confused, raising their hands and saying, 'Tell me what to do!'

Related words

Collocations with Tell me what to do

  • tell someone what to do
  • direct someone on what to do
  • ask someone to tell you what to do
  • tell me what to do next
  • tell me exactly what to do

Synonyms for Tell me what to do

  • instruct me
  • guide me
  • advise me
  • direct me
  • tell me how

Common mistakes with Tell me what to do

  • Using 'tell me what I do' instead of 'tell me what to do'.
  • Confusing with 'show me what to do'.
  • Overusing in formal situations where direct requests may feel too blunt.

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Frequently asked questions about Tell me what to do

What does Tell me what to do mean?

Ask someone for instructions.

What is the definition of Tell me what to do?

Requesting instructions or guidance on actions to take.

How do you use Tell me what to do in a sentence?

When I feel overwhelmed, I often say, 'Tell me what to do.'

Can you give another example of Tell me what to do?

In a crisis, it's common to shout, 'Tell me what to do!' to get quick answers.

What are synonyms for Tell me what to do?

Common alternatives include instruct me, guide me, advise me, direct me, tell me how.

What words go with Tell me what to do?

It commonly pairs with tell someone what to do, direct someone on what to do, ask someone to tell you what to do, tell me what to do next, tell me exactly what to do.

What are common mistakes when using Tell me what to do?

Using 'tell me what I do' instead of 'tell me what to do'. Confusing with 'show me what to do'. Overusing in formal situations where direct requests may feel too blunt.

How do you pronounce Tell me what to do?

US: //tɛl mi wɑt tʊ du//, UK: //tɛl mi wɒt tə duː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Tell me what to do?

Commonly used in various contexts when seeking guidance. It is polite but can imply urgency depending on intonation.