I rest my case Meaning in English
expression
ˈaɪ/ /ˈɹɛst/ /ˈmaɪ/ /ˈkeɪs
EYE REST MY KAYS
ˈaɪ/ /ɹˈɛst/ /mˈaɪ/ /kˈeɪs
EYE-REST-MY-KAYS
Definition
This expression is used to say you have finished making your argument and have nothing more to add, often because you believe you have proven your point.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in formal contexts like courtrooms, but also said humorously or sarcastically in everyday conversation. Used after making a point that appears undeniable. Do not use in literal contexts outside arguments or debates.
Spanish: no tengo nada más que decir - lo dejo aquíPortuguese (BR): não tenho mais nada a dizer - encerro meu argumentoPortuguese (PT): não tenho mais nada a dizer - encerro o meu argumentoChinese (Simplified): 我无话可说了 - 我的话说完了Chinese (Traditional): 我無話可說了 - 我的話說完了Hindi: मैंने अपनी बात पूरी कर लीArabic: لقد قلت كل ما لديBengali: আমার বক্তব্য শেষRussian: у меня всёJapanese: 以上です - これで主張は終わりますVietnamese: tôi xin kết thúc phần trình bàyKorean: 이상입니다 - 더 할 말 없습니다Turkish: söyleyeceklerim bu kadarUrdu: میری بات ختم ہوئیIndonesian: saya sudah selesai berbicara
Example Sentences
The evidence is clear, so I rest my case.
basic
You see the facts for yourself—I rest my case.
basic
That's all I have to say—I rest my case.
basic
You forgot your keys again? I rest my case.
natural
When the cake burned, she just looked at me and said, 'I rest my case.'
natural
He was late three days in a row—I rest my case.
natural