informal common_idiom

That's none of your business

🇬🇧 UK //ðæts nʌn əv jʊə ˈbɪznəs// 🇺🇸 US //ðæts nʌn əv jʊr ˈbɪznɪs//

Meaning of That's none of your business

An expression used to tell someone that they should not interfere in others' affairs.

In simple words: It's not something you should care about.

That's none of your business in a sentence

• When he asked about my salary, I said, 'That's none of your business.'
• 'Why did you break up with her?' I replied, 'That's none of your business.'
• 'I'm just trying to help!' she shouted, but I told her, 'That's none of your business.'
• 'Why don't you tell me your secrets?' he asked, and I firmly said, 'That's none of your business.'
• When she kept probing about my plans, I snapped, 'That's none of your business!'

How to use That's none of your business

Used to indicate that someone is prying into personal matters. Best used in casual conversations; may come off as rude if used in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a closed door with a sign saying 'private'.

Related words

Collocations with That's none of your business

• mind your own business
• not your concern
• it's personal
• keep out of it
• stay out of my affairs

Synonyms for That's none of your business

• mind your own business
• not your concern
• don't interfere
• stay out of it
• keep out

Common mistakes with That's none of your business

• Using it in a formal situation where politeness is required.
• Misusing it to dismiss a friendly question.
• Not using it with the appropriate tone, which can make it sound aggressive.

Frequently asked questions about That's none of your business

What does That's none of your business mean?

It's not something you should care about.

What is the definition of That's none of your business?

An expression used to tell someone that they should not interfere in others' affairs.

How do you use That's none of your business in a sentence?

When he asked about my salary, I said, 'That's none of your business.'

Can you give another example of That's none of your business?

'Why did you break up with her?' I replied, 'That's none of your business.'

What are synonyms for That's none of your business?

Common alternatives include mind your own business, not your concern, don't interfere, stay out of it, keep out.

What words go with That's none of your business?

It commonly pairs with mind your own business, not your concern, it's personal, keep out of it, stay out of my affairs.

What are common mistakes when using That's none of your business?

Using it in a formal situation where politeness is required. Misusing it to dismiss a friendly question. Not using it with the appropriate tone, which can make it sound aggressive.

How do you pronounce That's none of your business?

US: //ðæts nʌn əv jʊr ˈbɪznɪs//, UK: //ðæts nʌn əv jʊə ˈbɪznəs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is That's none of your business formal or informal?

"That's none of your business" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use That's none of your business?

Used to indicate that someone is prying into personal matters. Best used in casual conversations; may come off as rude if used in formal contexts.