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You know the business

🇬🇧 UK //juː nəʊ ðə ˈbɪznɪs// 🇺🇸 US //ju nəʊ ðə ˈbɪznəs//

Meaning of You know the business

You are knowledgeable about the subject or industry.

In simple words: You're familiar with how things work.

You know the business in a sentence

• When it comes to marketing, you really know the business.
• You know the business, so I trust your advice.
• In this industry, you know the business or you're lost.
• If anyone can solve this issue, it's you. You know the business!
• During the meeting, he kept saying, 'You know the business,' to emphasize her expertise.

How to use You know the business

Often used to assure someone about competence or expertise. Suitable in casual conversations but not in formal situations.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Remember 'business' as in knowing the 'ins and outs' of a workplace.

Related words

Collocations with You know the business

• know the business well
• you know the business inside out
• you know the business better

Synonyms for You know the business

• you understand the field
• you're in the loop
• you've got it down

Common mistakes with You know the business

• Using in formal contexts where a more professional expression is needed.
• Misunderstanding it as a literal reference to a trade.
• Omitting who the listener is referring to, causing confusion.

Frequently asked questions about You know the business

What does You know the business mean?

You're familiar with how things work.

What is the definition of You know the business?

You are knowledgeable about the subject or industry.

How do you use You know the business in a sentence?

When it comes to marketing, you really know the business.

Can you give another example of You know the business?

You know the business, so I trust your advice.

What are synonyms for You know the business?

Common alternatives include you understand the field, you're in the loop, you've got it down.

What words go with You know the business?

It commonly pairs with know the business well, you know the business inside out, you know the business better.

What are common mistakes when using You know the business?

Using in formal contexts where a more professional expression is needed. Misunderstanding it as a literal reference to a trade. Omitting who the listener is referring to, causing confusion.

How do you pronounce You know the business?

US: //ju nəʊ ðə ˈbɪznəs//, UK: //juː nəʊ ðə ˈbɪznɪs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is You know the business formal or informal?

"You know the business" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use You know the business?

Often used to assure someone about competence or expertise. Suitable in casual conversations but not in formal situations.