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UK//jʊ dəʊnt hæv lɒŋ//US//ju doʊnt hæv lɔŋ//

Meaning of You don't have long

You will not have much time left.

In simple words: You won't have much time.

You don't have long in a sentence

  • You don't have long to complete your project, so start now!
  • Hurry! You don't have long before the event starts.
  • Remember, you don't have long to apply for that scholarship.
  • You don't have long; the store closes in 10 minutes!

How to use You don't have long

Use this phrase when someone is short on time. It's suitable for casual conversations but may not be appropriate in formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a ticking clock - time is running out, so 'you don't have long'.

Related words

Collocations with You don't have long

  • don't have long to wait
  • you don't have long until
  • you don't have long before

Synonyms for You don't have long

Common mistakes with You don't have long

  • Using 'long' incorrectly, such as saying 'lengthy' instead.
  • Misplacing the phrase in a sentence, leading to confusion.
  • Confusing the phrase with 'You have a long time', which has the opposite meaning.

Compare You don't have long with There's no time, Hurry up

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Frequently asked questions about You don't have long

What does You don't have long mean?

You won't have much time.

What is the definition of You don't have long?

You will not have much time left.

How do you use You don't have long in a sentence?

You don't have long to complete your project, so start now!

Can you give another example of You don't have long?

Hurry! You don't have long before the event starts.

What are synonyms for You don't have long?

Common alternatives include time is running out, there's no time, you're short on time, hurry up.

What words go with You don't have long?

It commonly pairs with don't have long to wait, you don't have long until, you don't have long before.

What are common mistakes when using You don't have long?

Using 'long' incorrectly, such as saying 'lengthy' instead. Misplacing the phrase in a sentence, leading to confusion. Confusing the phrase with 'You have a long time', which has the opposite meaning.

How do you pronounce You don't have long?

US: //ju doʊnt hæv lɔŋ//, UK: //jʊ dəʊnt hæv lɒŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is You don't have long formal or informal?

"You don't have long" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use You don't have long?

Use this phrase when someone is short on time. It's suitable for casual conversations but may not be appropriate in formal settings.