Don't ask Meaning in English
expression
Definition
An informal expression used to suggest that someone should not ask for more details, often because something is unpleasant, complicated, or hard to explain.
Usage & Nuances
Very informal; often used as a complete reply after someone notices something unusual or asks about a bad experience. Implies reluctance to discuss further. You might also hear 'just don't ask.' Not used in formal writing.
Spanish: mejor no preguntes - ni lo preguntesPortuguese (BR): nem pergunte - melhor não perguntarPortuguese (PT): nem perguntes - mais vale não perguntarChinese (Simplified): 别问了 - 最好别问Chinese (Traditional): 別問了 - 最好別問Hindi: मत पूछोArabic: لا تسألBengali: জিজ্ঞেস করো নাRussian: не спрашивайJapanese: 聞かないでVietnamese: đừng hỏiKorean: 묻지 마Turkish: sormaUrdu: مت پوچھوIndonesian: jangan tanya
Example Sentences
How was your day? Don't ask.
basic
What happened to your shirt? Don't ask.
basic
Why are you so tired? Don't ask.
basic
Trust me, you really don't ask about last night.
natural
If you saw the kitchen right now... don't ask.
natural
Hey, about your date—don't ask!
natural